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Paperback. The Proactionary Imperative debates the concept of transforming human nature, including such thorny topics as humanity's privilege as a species, our capacity to 'play God', the idea that we might treat our genes as a capital investment, eugenics and what it might mean to be 'human' in the context of risky scientific and technological interventions. Num Pages: 162 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; JFM; PDA; PSAD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 158 x 216 x 9. Weight in Grams: 222.
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137433091
- ISBN
- 9781137433091
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.93
€ 127.93
Hardback. The Proactionary Imperative debates the concept of transforming human nature, including such thorny topics as humanity's privilege as a species, our capacity to 'play God', the idea that we might treat our genes as a capital investment, eugenics and what it might mean to be 'human' in the context of risky scientific and technological interventions. Num Pages: 162 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFM; JHBA; PDA; PDX; PSAD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 11. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 162
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137302977
- ISBN
- 9781137302977
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 138.25
€ 138.25
Paperback. As our minds develop we create a personalized inner world based on our experiences. But during periods of intense emotion, such as anger, fear or euphoria, we can literally lose our mind, returning to the mental state we experienced as infants. This book intends to answer how our unique sense of self is created. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: JMM; PDZ; PSAN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 128 x 16. Weight in Grams: 200.
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 272
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780141007205
- ISBN
- 9780141007205
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 12.61
€ 15.99
€ 12.61
Hardback. He urges his fellow Christians to refuse to participate in the intellectually stifling debate over evolution and creationism/intelligent design. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: HRAM3; HRCM; PSAJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 350.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801894787
- ISBN
- 9780801894787
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 32.98
€ 32.98
Hardback. Contains some articles on the important topics in seven major areas: phylogenetics and the history of life; selection and adaptation; evolutionary processes; genes, genomes, and phenotypes; speciation and macroevolution; evolution of behavior, society, and humans; and evolution and modern society. Editor(s): Baum, David A.; Futuyma, Douglas J.; Hoekstra, Hopi E.; Moore, Allen J.; Peichel, Catherine Lynn; Schluter, Dolph; Whitlock, Michael. Num Pages: 872 pages, 16 color illus. 4 halftones. 97 line illus. 23 tables. 1 map. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 264 x 203 x 45. Weight in Grams: 1946.
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 880
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691149776
- ISBN
- 9780691149776
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.52€ 98.65
€ 129.52
€ 98.65
Paperback. Editor(s): Baum, David A.; Futuyma, Douglas J.; Hoekstra, Hopi E.; Lenski, Richard E.; Moore, Allen J.; Peichel, Cahterine L.; Schluter, Dolph; Whitlock, Michael C. Num Pages: 888 pages, 16 color illus. 4 halftones. 97 line illus. 23 tables. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 254 x 203. .
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691175874
- ISBN
- 9780691175874
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 59.41€ 46.96
€ 59.41
€ 46.96
Paperback. Original publication and copyright date: 2009. Editor(s): Levin, Simon A.; Carpenter, Stephen R.; Godfray, H. Charles J.; Kinzig, Ann P.; Loreau, Michel; Losos, Jonathan B.; Walker, Brian; Wilcove, David S. Num Pages: 832 pages, 25 color illus. 14 halftones. 185 line illus. 22 tables. BIC Classification: PSAF; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 254 x 205 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1728.
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Number of pages
- 848
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691156040
- ISBN
- 9780691156040
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 68.92€ 54.12
€ 68.92
€ 54.12
The Primary Auditory Neurons of the Mammalian Cochlea (Volume 52)
. Ed(S): Dabdoub, Alain; Fritzsch, Bernd; Pop...
hardcover. Editor(s): Dabdoub, Alain; Fritzsch, Bernd; Popper, Arthur N.; Fay, Richard R. Series: Springer Handbook of Auditory Research. Num Pages: 300 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PHVN; PSAN; PSC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 613.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Springer Nature United States
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2016
- Number of pages
- 300
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781493930302
- ISBN
- 9781493930302
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.69
€ 128.69
The Primary Afferent Neuron. A Survey of Recent Morpho-Functional Aspe...
. Ed(S): Zenker, Wolfgang; Neuhuber, Winifred...
Paperback. Editor(s): Zenker, Wolfgang; Neuhuber, Winifred L. Num Pages: 260 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 170 x 15. Weight in Grams: 481.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1990
- Number of pages
- 260
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461278757
- ISBN
- 9781461278757
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 67.15
€ 67.15
Paperback. Takes you to the edge of scientific discoveries that explain why habits exist and how they can be changed. This book brings to life a whole new understanding of human nature and its potential for transformation. It shows, by harnessing this science, we can transform our businesses, our communities, and our lives. Num Pages: 400 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: VSP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 199 x 131 x 25. Weight in Grams: 288.
- Publisher
- Cornerstone
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- 1st
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847946249
- ISBN
- 9781847946249
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 12.71
€ 16.99
€ 12.71
Hardcover. Examines key trends in emerging strategic technologies and the implications for geopolitics and human dignity. Al-Rodhan argues that future evolution into transhumans is inevitable. In preparation, the global community is urged to establish strict moral and legal guidelines balancing innovation with the guarantee of dignity for all. Series: Cambridge Commonwealth Series. Num Pages: 348 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; HPS; JPA; JPSL; PSAD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 207 x 247 x 32. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230290846
- ISBN
- 9780230290846
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.72
€ 67.72
Paperback. Examines key trends in emerging strategic technologies and the implications for geopolitics and human dignity. Al-Rodhan argues that future evolution into transhumans is inevitable. In preparation, the global community is urged to establish strict moral and legal guidelines balancing innovation with the guarantee of dignity for all. Series: St Antony's Series. Num Pages: 348 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPS; JHB; JPA; PSAJ; RG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 348
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349331642
- ISBN
- 9781349331642
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.90
€ 66.90
Paperback. Is it really possible to change the structure and function of the brain, and in so doing alter how we think and feel? The answer is a resounding yes. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: PDZ; PSAN; VSP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 275 x 196 x 23. Weight in Grams: 308.
- Publisher
- Constable
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845296742
- ISBN
- 9781845296742
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.51
€ 17.99
€ 13.51
paperback. Editor(s): Koenig, Renate. Series: The Viruses. Num Pages: 308 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MMFM; PSAF; PST; PSV; TVR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 170 x 17. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer United States
- Number of pages
- 308
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1988
- SKU
- V9781461282464
- ISBN
- 9781461282464
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 67.55
€ 67.55
The Planner's Guide to Natural Resource Conservation:. The Science of ...
. Ed(S): Esparza, Adrian X.; McPherson, Guy
Paperback. This guide provides readers from diverse, nonscientific backgrounds with a working knowledge of how and why exurbanization impacts environmental systems. It includes relevant concepts and processes, and the know-how to apply science to land-use decisions. Editor(s): Esparza, Adrian X.; McPherson, Guy. Num Pages: 280 pages, 12 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSTS; PSVS; RNK; RNU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 433.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781489984357
- ISBN
- 9781489984357
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.78
€ 127.78
Paperback. Editor(s): Axelrod, Julius. Num Pages: 613 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 31. Weight in Grams: 890.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1983
- Number of pages
- 613
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781475714531
- ISBN
- 9781475714531
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 230.20
€ 230.20
Paperback. Translator(s): Hardie, R.C. Num Pages: 177 pages, 59 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSAN; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 11. Weight in Grams: 354.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1989
- Number of pages
- 177
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642835971
- ISBN
- 9783642835971
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.06
€ 127.06
Paperback. Editor(s): Pfaff, D. W. Num Pages: 482 pages, 30 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JM; PSAN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 26. Weight in Grams: 759.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1982
- Number of pages
- 482
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461256946
- ISBN
- 9781461256946
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 68.98
€ 68.98
Paperback. Editor(s): Newman, J. D. Num Pages: 438 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 170 x 23. Weight in Grams: 780.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1988
- Number of pages
- 438
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461283102
- ISBN
- 9781461283102
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 129.90
€ 129.90
Paperback. Series: Theory and Applications of Transport in Porous Media. Num Pages: 469 pages, 109 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PH; PSA; RB; RN; TNCC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 24. Weight in Grams: 747.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1997
- Number of pages
- 469
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048149094
- ISBN
- 9789048149094
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 196.09
€ 196.09