History »
The Americas
The Americas
Results 19681 - 19704 of 28214
The Americas
Hardback. What is the best education for exceptionally able and high-achieving youngsters? Can the United States strengthen its future intellectual leadership, economic vitality, and scientific prowess without sacrificing equal opportunity? This title discusses how these schools work - and their critical role in nurturing the country's brightest students. Num Pages: 264 pages, 6 line illus. 21 tables. 1 map. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNKD; JNLC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 175 x 241 x 21. Weight in Grams: 508.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691156675
- ISBN
- 9780691156675
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 20.47
€ 26.99
€ 20.47
Hardback. Provides information on the Native American groups indigenous to the area that is now San Diego County. All aspects of history and culture are covered, including language and linguistics, arts, agriculture, hunting, religion, mythology, music, political and social structures, dwellings, clothing, and medicinal practices. Series: Native American Bibliography Series. Num Pages: 288 pages, 12 maps, drawings. BIC Classification: 1KBB; GBCR; GTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 218 x 151 x 24. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810833258
- ISBN
- 9780810833258
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 143.80
€ 143.80
Hardcover. Editor(s): Agnor, Lewis; O'Connor, Mark. Num Pages: 322 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JWXV; MMBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 257 x 180 x 24. Weight in Grams: 784.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 322
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781624177712
- ISBN
- 9781624177712
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 387.42€ 262.60
€ 387.42
€ 262.60
Paperback. This study looks at the world of political conflict surrounding the Commonwealth Edison Company's nuclear power plant construction programme in northern Illinois during the 1980s. It examines the theory that planning can best be thought of as a form of persuasive storytelling. Series: New Practices of Inquiry S. Num Pages: 368 pages, 28 halftones, 15 line drawings, 5 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; AMVD; GPF; RNQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 231 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 466.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226799643
- ISBN
- 9780226799643
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 31.41
€ 40.99
€ 31.41
Hardcover. This is a comprehensive bibliography of commentary on Zora Neale Hurston produced between 1926 and 2010. Num Pages: 292 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; DSBH; DSK; GBCR. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 162 x 25. Weight in Grams: 592.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Edition
- Annotated
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810891524
- ISBN
- 9780810891524
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 162.56
€ 162.56
Paperback. Provincetown, Massachusetts, one of Americas favorite tourist destinations, attracts sightseers from around the world. The sights and memories of the town at the tip of Cape Cod are brought together in this beautiful photographic book. The reader flies o Num Pages: 80 pages, 206 color photos. BIC Classification: 1KBBES; WTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 207 x 231 x 7. Weight in Grams: 332.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 80
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764329593
- ISBN
- 9780764329593
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.00
€ 13.99
€ 11.00
Paperback. As race and politics become increasingly intertwined in both academic and popular discourse, The Politics of Race aids readers in evaluating different approaches for promoting racial justice and transforming states. Num Pages: 352 pages, 2 Figures. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 1KBC; 1MBF; JFSL1; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 21. Weight in Grams: 548.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- University of Toronto Press Canada
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781442611313
- ISBN
- 9781442611313
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 41.95
€ 46.99
€ 41.95
Paperback. Fully explores the theory, policy choices, and successes and limitations of this historic law Series: Critical America. Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; LAQG; LNJS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 23. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- New York University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Reprint
- SKU
- V9780814760390
- ISBN
- 9780814760390
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 30.81
€ 33.99
€ 30.81
Hardback. Analyzes the function of informal institutions in Latin America and how they support or weaken democratic governance. This work examines how informal rules shape the performance of state and democratic institutions, offering insights into contemporary problems of governability, and unrule of law. Editor(s): Helmke, Gretchen; Levitsky, Steven. Num Pages: 368 pages, 6, 6 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: 1KL; GTN; JPHV; JPW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 612.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801883514
- ISBN
- 9780801883514
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 89.14
€ 89.14
Hardcover. Editor(s): Ferrara, Professor Alessandro. Num Pages: 253 pages, tables & charts. BIC Classification: 1KBB; KNDF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 258 x 185 x 19. Weight in Grams: 630.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 253
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781607411215
- ISBN
- 9781607411215
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 170.08€ 116.58
€ 170.08
€ 116.58
Paperback. Suitable for all those interested in international careers in the US government, multi-national corporations, banks, consulting companies, international and non-governmental organizations, universities, and more, this book includes insightful testimonies about what these careers are really like from junior and senior professionals in these fields. Editor(s): Cressey, Laura E.; Helmer, Barrett J.; Steffensen, Jennifer E. Num Pages: 368 pages, 7 tables, 5 figures, 39 text boxes, 5 figures, 7 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPS. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 155 x 228 x 26. Weight in Grams: 518.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Georgetown University Press United States
- Edition
- Ninth
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781626160750
- ISBN
- 9781626160750
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 28.00€ 27.45
€ 28.00
€ 27.45
Hardcover. This book examines the cultural, social, and historical affinities between the Francophone Caribbean and the American South, considering figures as diverse as Barack Obama, Frantz Fanon, Miles Davis, James Brown, Edouard Glissant, William Faulkner, Maryse Conde and Lafcadio Hearn. Editor(s): Munro, Martin; Britton, Celia. Series: Francophone Postcolonial Studies. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBS; 1KJ; AB; HBTB; JFC. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 239 x 163 x 19. Weight in Grams: 546.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Liverpool University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781846317538
- ISBN
- 9781846317538
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 70.45
€ 70.45
Hardback. The Upper Mantaro Archaeological Research Project, a multiyear program undertaken from the late 1970s through the mid-1980s, is a benchmark for a level of quality in Andean archaeological research. This volume continues the UMARP tradition of developing innovative approaches to understanding prehistoric Andean economy and polity. Series: Interdisciplinary Contributions to Archaeology. Num Pages: 406 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KLSX; 3B; HD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1660.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers Group Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 406
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306464089
- ISBN
- 9780306464089
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 196.45
€ 196.45
Hardback. The first book to survey the broad range of Ms. Sontag's work, including full discussions of her fiction. "One can ask for no better guidebook."-M. Thomas Inge. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; DSBH; DSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 153 x 25. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Ivan R Dee, Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781566633918
- ISBN
- 9781566633918
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 36.42
€ 36.42
Hardback. Documents the last four months of 1793 where George Washington and his administration remained chiefly involved with maintaining the neutrality of the United States. This volume also records the preparation of Washington's annual message - an extended process that involved input from each member of the cabinet. Num Pages: 712 pages, 4 b&w illustrations, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JF; BJ; HBJK; HBLL; JPHL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 156 x 51. Weight in Grams: 1293.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- University of Virginia Press United States
- Number of pages
- 712
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813927596
- ISBN
- 9780813927596
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.61
€ 127.61
Hardcover. A comprehensive reference for the growing field of environmental law, this important legal primer defines and interprets the statues and federal policies that protect archeological resources in land and water environments. Editor(s): Antonellis, Anthony; Tarler, David. Num Pages: 608 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; LNKJ; LNS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 262 x 188 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1286.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 608
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471251583
- ISBN
- 9780471251583
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 169.27
€ 169.27
Paperback. Ethnic Entrepreneurs examines how diverse groups, including indigenous communities in Latin America and Latino communities in the United States, have become visible and valuable as agents of economic development in Latin America in recent years. Num Pages: 208 pages, 9 figures. BIC Classification: 1KL; JHMC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 18. Weight in Grams: 318.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Stanford University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780804769341
- ISBN
- 9780804769341
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 29.99€ 27.31
€ 29.99
€ 27.31
hardcover. A Connecticut Christmas is a full-color celebration of the spirit of Christmas in a quintessentially New England state. Num Pages: 112 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; WTH. Weight in Grams: 27.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Globe Pequot
- Number of pages
- 112
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Revised
- SKU
- V9780762726691
- ISBN
- 9780762726691
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 15.50
€ 17.99
€ 15.50
Hardcover. Caborn-Welborn, a late Mississippian (A.D. 1400-1700) farming society, developed following the collapse of the Angel chiefdom (A.D. 1000-1400). David Pollack examines the ways in which that new society reconstructed social, political, and economic relationships from the remnants of the Angel chiefdom. Num Pages: 320 pages, 47 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBN; HDD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 24. Weight in Grams: 535. An excellent, clean copy
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- The University of Alabama Press Tuscaloosa
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- Used, Like New
- SKU
- KRS0019186
- ISBN
- 9780817314194
Hardback
Condition: Used, Like New
€ 5.49
€ 5.49
Hardcover. In the course of his recollections, the author describes his childhood in Minnesota; his grammar school and seminary education, with his decision to leave the path toward ordination; his marriage to his beloved Connie and their active family life and travels; and his life as a fiction writer. Num Pages: 176 pages, illustrated: 29 halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; BGLA; DSBH; DSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 162 x 19. Weight in Grams: 463.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- University of Notre Dame Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780268034924
- ISBN
- 9780268034924
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 108.12
€ 108.12
Num Pages: 248 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JWXV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 152. .
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Pitchstone Publishing United States
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781634310321
- ISBN
- 9781634310321
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 24.81
€ 27.99
€ 24.81
paperback. This guide leads the way to restaurants, accommodations, and attractions throughout the Hoosier State, including the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Michigan City's Washington Park Zoo, Berne's Swiss Heritage Village, and much more. Series: Fun with the Family Series. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; WTH. Dimension: 229 x 152. Weight in Grams: 20.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Globe Pequot Press
- Edition
- 5th Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780762729784
- ISBN
- 9780762729784
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 12.37
€ 14.99
€ 12.37
Paperback. These national treasures offers an undiscovered haven of natural beauty. This guide is packed with four-season observances; information on hiking trails; and notes on migratory bird patterns, flora and fauna. It also includes: information on natural wonders, directions, activities, and nearby creature comforts for each park. Num Pages: 276 pages, colour photos & b/w illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; WNH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 256 x 179 x 22. Weight in Grams: 916.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Museum of New Mexico Press United States
- Edition
- 1St Edition
- Number of pages
- 276
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780890133064
- ISBN
- 9780890133064
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.99€ 25.68
€ 34.99
€ 25.68
Paperback. Suing Alma Mater provides a clear-eyed perspective on the legal issues facing higher education today. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNM; LNTD. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 227 x 157 x 15. Weight in Grams: 346.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781421409238
- ISBN
- 9781421409238
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 42.99€ 35.30
€ 42.99
€ 35.30