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Hardback. The Eastern Enlargement of the EU will not be complete until the new member states join the EMU. This book provides comprehensive economic analysis of theoretical, empirical and political issues that determines whether EMU enlargement is a success, which has implications for all common currency systems. Editor(s): Dabrowski, Marek; Rostowski, Jacek. Num Pages: 232 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPSN2; KCB; KCL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 1170.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387257648
- ISBN
- 9780387257648
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 132.47
€ 132.47
Hardback. Offers an overview of ways in which technological changes raise privacy concerns. This book addresses four major areas of technology: RFID and location tracking technology; biometric technology, data mining; and, issues with anonymity and authentication of identity. Editor(s): Strandburg, Katherine; Raicu, Daniela Stan. Num Pages: 384 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPVH; URD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1620.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387260501
- ISBN
- 9780387260501
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 201.76
€ 201.76
Hardback. Presents and tests game-theoretic models of European Union legislative decision-making. This book describes salient features of the EU legislative process and compares different models of how the EU negotiates new legislative measures, and evaluates the models' predictive power. Num Pages: 99 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPSN2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 7. Weight in Grams: 339.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 99
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387275550
- ISBN
- 9780387275550
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.73
€ 127.73
Hardback. Addresses problems facing democratic societies at the dawn of the 21st century. Ranging across the policy spectrum, this volume demonstrates the vibrancy and relevance of the public choice research program. It is useful for economists, political scientists, political philosophers, and public policymakers. Editor(s): Shughart, William F.; Tollison, Robert D. Num Pages: 247 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 538.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 247
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387280370
- ISBN
- 9780387280370
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Condition: New
€ 128.31
€ 128.31
Hardback. Brings together methodologists and specialists from a range of social scientific disciplines and policy fields. This work develops methods for systematic comparative cases analysis in a small-N research design, with an emphasis laid on policy-oriented applications. Editor(s): Rihoux, Benoit; Grimm, Heike. Num Pages: 358 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPQB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 686.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 358
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387288284
- ISBN
- 9780387288284
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 201.10
€ 201.10
Hardback. Intended for students of policy science and analysts with policymaking responsibilities who want to understand how to solve social and ecological problems with an integrated systems approach. It describes a method - Social Fabric Matrix - that includes cultural values, social beliefs, and institutional rules, and identifies system feedback loops. Num Pages: 268 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JH; JPQB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 1230.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 268
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387293691
- ISBN
- 9780387293691
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 232.34
€ 232.34
Paperback. Presents discussions on the array of subspecialties that comprise the field of sociological theory. This book discusses methodologies and strategies; the cultural turn in sociological theorizing; interaction processes; theorizing from the systemic and macro level; directions in evolutionary theorizing; power, conflict, and change; and more. Editor(s): Turner, Jonathan H. Series: Handbooks of Sociology and Social Research. Num Pages: 745 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JH; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1295.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 745
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387324586
- ISBN
- 9780387324586
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 71.74
€ 71.74
Hardback. For this volume the editor asked leading scholars in the field of globalization to outline a "research framework" reflecting their own approach to the subject. The resulting book presents a broad spectrum of analytical approaches to globalization. Editor(s): Rossi, Ino. Num Pages: 453 pages, 9 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JFFS; JP; KCL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1820.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 453
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387335957
- ISBN
- 9780387335957
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 75.98
€ 75.98
Hardback. Systemic governance addresses accounting and accountability and develops tools to enhance the capacity of policy makers. The structures and processes of international relations and governance need to be re-considered to allow diversity to the extent that is, does not undermine the freedoms of others. The book makes a plea for systemic governance. Editor(s): McIntyre-Mills, Janet (Flinders University). Series: C. West Churchman's Legacy and Related Works. Num Pages: 438 pages, 33 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JPQB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 26. Weight in Grams: 857.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 438
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387486710
- ISBN
- 9780387486710
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 203.56
€ 203.56
Paperback. Many benefits of approval voting are its propensity to elect the majority candidate, its relative invulnerability to insincere or strategic voting, and a probable increase in voter turnout. This book presents a simple and logical potential electoral reform. Num Pages: 200 pages, 4 black & white illustrations, 9 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JPHF. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 12. Weight in Grams: 740.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 2007
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387498959
- ISBN
- 9780387498959
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 118.57
€ 118.57
hardcover. Addresses a deeply political aspect of heritage preservation and management as it relates to human rights. This title contemplates cultural heritage and human rights. It is of interest to scholars and practitioners in fields that are affected by heritage, globalization and social/cultural studies. Editor(s): Silverman, Helaine; Ruggles, D. Fairchild. Num Pages: 206 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 440.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer United States
- Number of pages
- 206
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 2007th Edition
- SKU
- V9780387713120
- ISBN
- 9780387713120
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 187.02
€ 187.02
Hardback. Emphasizes the value of human psychology in negotiation and mediation. Drawing on a range of theory and data, from neuroscientific findings and historical events to the rational-emotive model of behavior, this book explains how the negotiation process works, under both adverse and optimum conditions. Num Pages: 172 pages, 9 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JPS. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 990.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 172
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387713786
- ISBN
- 9780387713786
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 70.49
€ 70.49
Hardback. This work provides information on advanced research and case studies that survey the field of digital government. Successful applications in a variety of government settings are delineated, while the authors also analyse the implications for current and future policy-making. Editor(s): Chen, H.; Brandt, L.; Gregg, V.; Traunmueller, R.; Dawas, S.; Hovy, E.H.; Larson, C.A.; Macintosh, A. Series: Integrated Series in Information Systems. Num Pages: 788 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JPP; UY. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 41. Weight in Grams: 1276.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 788
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387716107
- ISBN
- 9780387716107
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 132.50
€ 132.50
Hardback. Focuses on the issue of formulating appropriate policy at the interface between security and technology, human rights and economic policy. This book presents the position that the online environment is a significant and relevant theater of activity in the fight against terror. Num Pages: 192 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JKSW1; JPWL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 1000.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387735771
- ISBN
- 9780387735771
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 70.54
€ 70.54
Hardback. Subjects collective action theory to a methodological evaluation using systematic cross-cultural analysis based on a world-wide sample of societies. This book presents contexts in which collective action may play out in ways not anticipated by the theory. Series: Fundamental Issues in Archaeology. Num Pages: 448 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 240 x 160 x 27. Weight in Grams: 840.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2008. Corr. 3rd printing 2008
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387738765
- ISBN
- 9780387738765
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 258.55
€ 258.55
Hardback. Establishes fresh theory and knowledge in the area of third sector organizations (TSOs) in Asia. This book documents a variety of approaches, and identifies socio-cultural, economic, and political dynamics and impacts of different models of TSO governance. Editor(s): Hasan, Samiul; Onyx, Jenny. Series: Nonprofit and Civil Society Studies. Num Pages: 356 pages, 50 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: 1F; JP; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 675.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 356
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387755663
- ISBN
- 9780387755663
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 134.57
€ 134.57
Hardback. An account of the 'L-20 project' that describes and analyses a 3-year mobilization. It is designed as an alternative to the political deadlocks preventing progress on critical global issues. The L-20 would include leaders from the existing G-countries, augmented by key regional powers such as China, Brazil, India, Mexico, South Africa and Egypt. Num Pages: 108 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, 2 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JPSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 9. Weight in Grams: 800.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 108
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387765310
- ISBN
- 9780387765310
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 69.22
€ 69.22
Hardback. Examines the impact of terrorism on the policing organization and culturally diverse communities. This book presents counter-terrorism policing in a conceptual framework and takes account of the unique challenge of the increasing cosmopolitan character of major cities. Num Pages: 154 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFF; JKV; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 399.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 154
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387768731
- ISBN
- 9780387768731
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.55
€ 130.55
Hardback. This updated book covers a gap in EU policy literature by addressing the intersection between research policy and industrial policy. It analyzes how the EU supports the competitiveness of domestic companies and the common aim of sustained economic growth. Num Pages: 543 pages, 76 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; JPSN2; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 31. Weight in Grams: 978.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 543
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387792644
- ISBN
- 9780387792644
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 205.34
€ 205.34
Paperback / so. Series: Linzer Universitatsschriften. Num Pages: black & white illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: HP; JPQB; RPC; TQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 363.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387824963
- ISBN
- 9780387824963
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 94.19
€ 94.19
Hardback. This book contains both extensive applications of the Social Fabric Matrix Approach (SFM-A) to contemporary issues and coverage that embeds applied research in relevant theoretical, philosophical, and methodological frameworks. Editor(s): Natarajan, T.; Elsner, Wolfram; Fullwiler, Scott. Num Pages: 349 pages, 14 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; KCP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 1510.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 349
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387887401
- ISBN
- 9780387887401
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 256.30
€ 256.30
Hardback. Local law enforcement is key to the war on terror, but there's a limit to how far citizens want their police to go. This book covers law enforcement training and techniques that are both effective against terror and amenable to citizens. Num Pages: 190 pages, 2 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; JPWL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 990.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 190
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387888606
- ISBN
- 9780387888606
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 131.27
€ 131.27
Hardback. Not all countries have reacted the same to the threat of terror. This book covers the response to terrorism of numerous countries without using the US as a benchmark. Topics range from criminal law and police procedure to immigration law and human rights. Editor(s): Wade, Marianne; Maljevic, Almir. Num Pages: 569 pages, 4 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JPWL; LNFV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 31. Weight in Grams: 2150.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 569
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387892900
- ISBN
- 9780387892900
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 144.97
€ 144.97
The Transnationalization of Economies, States and Civil Societies. New...
. Ed(S): Holzhacker, Ronald; Bruszt, Laszlo
Hardback. This book brings together the study of transnationalization in three institutional fields: civil society, state and the economy. It also extends the research of processes of transnationalization to evolving new democracies and emerging market economies. Editor(s): Holzhacker, Ronald; Bruszt, Laszlo. Num Pages: 302 pages, 20 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; JPSN2; KCL; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1370.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 302
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387893389
- ISBN
- 9780387893389
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.80
€ 133.80