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Paperback. This book conducts a comparative analysis of political institutions and develops rigorous methods suitable for cross-national longitudinal analysis. An examination of political party systems in Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Russia, and Ukraine shows striking differences of degrees and dynamics of political institutionalization in the five nations. Num Pages: 278 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; JPB; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 358.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2007
- Number of pages
- 278
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349535149
- ISBN
- 9781349535149
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€ 64.29
€ 64.29
Paperback. This book examines the issues of democracy, nationalism and strengthening Taiwan consciousness in the light of the campaign strategies employed in Taiwan's 2004 presidential and legislative election from the perspective of the Taiwanese people and Taiwanese culture. Particular attention is paid to the mindset of the opposition party. Num Pages: 239 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFC; JMS; JPA; JPHV; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 239
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349534890
- ISBN
- 9781349534890
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€ 62.88
€ 62.88
Paperback. This book assesses the diplomatic path of influence taken by German decision-makers during the early nineties in pursuit of their cautiously articulated interest in and commitment to the eastward enlargement of NATO. Num Pages: 303 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; JPS; JPSD; JPSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 303
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349534777
- ISBN
- 9781349534777
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€ 63.99
€ 63.99
Paperback. Built on rich data analyses, this book offers a fresh and in-depth explanation of how China's pro-reform leaders successfully launched controversial policies to promote private and foreign economic sectors, managed leadership conflict, and ensured reform in the provinces and rapid growth in the nation. Num Pages: 314 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; JPS; KCP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 314
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349534753
- ISBN
- 9781349534753
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€ 63.46
€ 63.46
Paperback. Series: Europe in Transition: The NYU European Studies Series. Num Pages: 248 pages, 7 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; JPHV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 324.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349534708
- ISBN
- 9781349534708
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€ 63.78
€ 63.78
Paperback. This book unites scholars from Brazil, the U.S., and Europe who draw on a close re-reading of the literature and hitherto unavailable or unused primary sources to shed new light on the political changes and cultural representations of Vargas's regimes, thereby exploring why he meant so different things to different people. Editor(s): Hentschke, Jens. Series: Studies of the Americas. Num Pages: 320 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFC; JPA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 17. Weight in Grams: 411.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2006
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349534586
- ISBN
- 9781349534586
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€ 64.29
€ 64.29
Political Violence and the Construction of National Identity in Latin ...
Fowler, W.; Lambert, Peter. Ed(S): McNab, Chr...
Paperback. This topical volume seeks to analyze the intimate but under-studied relationship between the construction of national identity in Latin America, and the violent struggle for political power that has defined Latin American history since independence. The result is an original, fascinating contribution to an increasingly important field of study. Editor(s): McNab, Chris. Num Pages: 257 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFC; JPA; JPS; JPWL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 334.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 257
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349534548
- ISBN
- 9781349534548
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€ 63.78
€ 63.78
Paperback. Contributors to this volume highlight the failure and socio-economic and political problems of post-colonial African state and make constructive and convincing suggestions of how the problems can be addressed. They do not argue for the scrapping of the state but its reconstitution in ways that will enable it to be people's-oriented. Editor(s): Kieh, Dr. George Klay, Jr.; Agbese, Pita Ogaba. Num Pages: 320 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HBJH; HBTB; JPA; JPHV; KCZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 17. Weight in Grams: 411.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2007
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349534388
- ISBN
- 9781349534388
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€ 64.29
€ 64.29
Paperback. Explains the complex and paradoxical process of economic integration and political divergence in current relations between Taiwan and mainland China. It analyzes the dynamics of economic statecraft on both sides and the conflicts between state objectives and business interests in the context of globalization and regional economic integration. Num Pages: 229 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; JPS; KCP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 229
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349534142
- ISBN
- 9781349534142
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Condition: New
€ 63.30
€ 63.30
The Second Term of George W. Bush. Prospects and Perils.
. Ed(S): Maranto, Robert; Brattebo, Douglas M...
Paperback. Editor(s): Maranto, Robert; Brattebo, Douglas M.; Lansford, Professor Tom. Series: The Evolving American Presidency. Num Pages: 279 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; JPHV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2006
- Number of pages
- 279
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349534128
- ISBN
- 9781349534128
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€ 64.02
€ 64.02
Paperback. Revealing how the quest for independence and challenges of democratization created a contest between nationalists and Europeanists, two powerful forces in domestic politics, after the collapse of communism, Fisher sheds light on the nationalism and post-communist transitions. Num Pages: 273 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; JPB; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 406.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 273
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349534104
- ISBN
- 9781349534104
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€ 64.29
€ 64.29
Paperback. This wide-ranging, interdisciplinary analysis blends history, economics, and politics to challenge the prevailing accounts of the rise of U.S. militarism. While acknowledging the contributory role of some of the most widely-cited culprits, this study explores the bigger, but largely submerged, picture: the political economy of war and militarism. Num Pages: 301 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; JPS; KCP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2006
- Number of pages
- 301
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349534081
- ISBN
- 9781349534081
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€ 63.87
€ 63.87
Paperback. A fascinating, first-hand account of the bureaucratic and public struggles that lead to the Intermediate Nuclear Forces (INF) treaty, Glitman focuses on debates among American negotiators and between them and the Europeans and Soviets. This is an important look at policy making and negotiations all the more relevant in an age of proliferation. Series: Initiatives in Strategic Studies: Issues and Policies. Num Pages: 270 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; JPS; JW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 270
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349534036
- ISBN
- 9781349534036
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€ 63.36
€ 63.36
Paperback. The book explores the characteristic features and political consequences of social interaction when the parties' intentions are transparent, and when they are opaque. The author develops a theory of association and uses it to elucidate, assess and extend Rousseau's views of human nature, civil society, the market economy and the republican state. Num Pages: 202 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPS; JPA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2006
- Number of pages
- 202
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349533909
- ISBN
- 9781349533909
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€ 62.72
€ 62.72
Paperback. This book analyzes the political, economic, and strategic impact of the Bush Doctrine on Latin America. Editor(s): Prevost, Gary; Campos, C. Num Pages: 271 pages, 8 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: HBJK; JFC; JPA; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 419.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2007
- Number of pages
- 271
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349533848
- ISBN
- 9781349533848
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€ 63.78
€ 63.78
Paperback. Addressing systemic changes in the Middle East's security environment since the Iraq War, prominent experts analyze the challenges these changes pose to US strategy and policy. They examine the causes of profound economic, political and religious transitions and their implications for hopes of reform. Editor(s): Russell, J. Series: Initiatives in Strategic Studies: Issues and Policies. Num Pages: 232 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349533770
- ISBN
- 9781349533770
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€ 63.23
€ 63.23
Paperback. This important contribution to the study of the problem of order, which figures prominently in today's globalization debate, focuses on the role of sovereignty. It advances arguments based on psychocultural perspectives and looks at postcommunist transformations and changes in political, economic and cultural orders at all levels of social life. Num Pages: 231 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFFS; JHB; JPA; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2006
- Number of pages
- 231
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349533732
- ISBN
- 9781349533732
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€ 63.32
€ 63.32
Paperback. This book provides the first comprehensive analysis of the historical, social, psychological, technological, and political aspects that form the broad arena of homeland defence and security. The text provides a view of past events and their evolution, allowing the audience to gain a detailed knowledge of government response and policy implications. Num Pages: 229 pages, 8 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; JPS; JW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 12. Weight in Grams: 345.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2007
- Number of pages
- 229
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349533718
- ISBN
- 9781349533718
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€ 64.29
€ 64.29
Paperback. Please note this is a 'Palgrave to Order' title (PTO). Stock of this book requires shipment from an overseas supplier. It will be delivered to you within 12 weeks. This book shows in detail the Enlightenment origin of the US Constitution. It provides vivid analysis of how the Enlightenment's basic ideas were reformulated in the context of America. Editor(s): O'Neill, J.; McDowell, Gary L. Series: Studies of the Americas. Num Pages: 278 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HBG; HBJK; JPA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 358.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 278
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349533626
- ISBN
- 9781349533626
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€ 64.29
€ 64.29
Paperback. This book is the first examination of the Cuban military in the context of Cuba's political and economic challenges in the aftermath of the collapse of the USSR - and therefore of Soviet economic, political and psychological support. It provides important historical and political contexts of the development and engagement of the military. Series: Studies of the Americas. Num Pages: 351 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HBJK; HBW; JFC; JPA; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 450.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2005
- Number of pages
- 351
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349533367
- ISBN
- 9781349533367
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€ 63.78
€ 63.78
Paperback. Drawing on ancient texts and modern interpretations, this work explores the foundations for war in China's strategic culture Shih, Li and Tao. The work uses Shih theory to explain the anomalies that continue to perplex Euro-American observers in modern China's uses of force. Num Pages: 320 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPS; JPA; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2006
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349533268
- ISBN
- 9781349533268
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€ 64.29
€ 64.29
Paperback. Focusing on the development of justificatory discourse on global governance, Steffek examines how differing conceptions of distributive and social justice have played a role in negotiations in the domains of security, economics, and protecting the environment. Series: New Visions in Security. Num Pages: 227 pages, 1 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 12. Weight in Grams: 295.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 227
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349533220
- ISBN
- 9781349533220
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€ 63.78
€ 63.78
Paperback. As part of the study of emotions and politics, this book explores connections between affect and cognition and their implications for political evaluation, decision and action. Emphasizing theory, methodology and empirical research, Feeling Politics is an important contribution to political science, sociology, psychology and communications. Editor(s): Redlawsk, D. Num Pages: 265 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHB; JMQ; JMR; JPA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2006
- Number of pages
- 265
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349533206
- ISBN
- 9781349533206
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Condition: New
€ 63.70
€ 63.70
paperback. Developing broad, holistic notions of 'impact' to measure the effects of international development assistance, this book makes a significant contribution to understanding the international political economy. Leading experts focus on enhancing aid's ability to reduce poverty in poor countries. Editor(s): Folke, Steen. Series: Governance, Security and Development. Num Pages: 264 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTF; JPA; JPS; KCP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2006
- SKU
- V9781349533183
- ISBN
- 9781349533183
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 63.59
€ 63.59