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Paperback. Investigates the complex, bizarre, and sometimes outrageous history of synthetic testosterone and other male hormone therapies. This book explores such topics as the invention and marketing of the male menopause, and the disturbing history of hormonal and other medical treatments aimed at boosting or suppressing women's sexuality. Num Pages: 381 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PDZ; VFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 222 x 145 x 25. Weight in Grams: 518.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Edition
- New Ed
- Number of pages
- 381
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520248229
- ISBN
- 9780520248229
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 25.06
€ 33.99
€ 25.06
Hardback. Explores the profound relationship between science and government to present an understanding of modern state formation. Beginning with the experimental science of Robert Boyle in 17th-century England, this study develops the concept of engine science to capture the centrality of engineering practices and technologies in the mechanical philosophy. Num Pages: 290 pages, 6 line illustrations,4 maps, 2 b/w photos (reproductions of paintintgs). BIC Classification: JPHC; PDR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 472.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 290
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520247536
- ISBN
- 9780520247536
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 84.36€ 65.36
€ 84.36
€ 65.36
Hardback. Trailblazing marine biologist, visionary conservationist, deep ecology philosopher, Edward F Ricketts (1897-1948) has reached legendary status in the California mythos. This collection reflects the wide scope of Ricketts' scientific, philosophical, and literary interests during the years he lived and worked on Cannery Row in Monterey, California. Editor(s): Rodger, Katherine A.; Ricketts, Edward F. Num Pages: 369 pages, 17 black / white photographs, 3 maps. BIC Classification: PDX; PSAF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 485.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 369
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520247048
- ISBN
- 9780520247048
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 84.36€ 65.36
€ 84.36
€ 65.36
Hardback. Offers an overview of the life and thought of Charles Darwin and his wide sphere of influence. This title illuminates the ways in which ideas of evolutionary biology have leapt the boundaries of science to influence philosophy, law, religion, literature, cinema, art, and popular culture. It contains more than a hundred essays. Num Pages: 496 pages, 378 b/w photographs. BIC Classification: GBC; PDZ; PSAJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 286 x 225 x 41. Weight in Grams: 1670.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 496
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520243767
- ISBN
- 9780520243767
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 54.66€ 43.46
€ 54.66
€ 43.46
Paperback. Offers an overview and valuation of the UFO/alien abduction movement as a social phenomenon positioned between scientific and religious perspectives. This book demonstrates the unique place ufology occupies in the twentieth-century nexus between science and religion. Num Pages: 313 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PDZ; VXQB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 150 x 19. Weight in Grams: 448.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Edition
- New Ed
- Number of pages
- 313
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520239050
- ISBN
- 9780520239050
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 25.06
€ 33.99
€ 25.06
Hardback. At a time when women could not vote and very few were involved in the world outside the home, Annie Montague Alexander (1867-1950) was an intrepid explorer, skilled markswoman, philanthropist, and founder and patron of two natural history museums at the University of California, Berkeley. This title presents a luminous portrait of this woman. Num Pages: 397 pages, 46 b/w photographs, 2 line illustrations, 3 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGH; GTB; JFSJ1; PDX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 31. Weight in Grams: 494.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- University of California Press California
- Edition
- 1St Edition
- Number of pages
- 397
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520227262
- ISBN
- 9780520227262
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.98€ 49.74
€ 62.98
€ 49.74
Hardcover. The Radiation Laboratory in Berkeley, California, was the birthplace of particle accelerators, radioisotopes, and modern big science. This title presents the laboratory's history. It helps you learn how Ernest Lawrence used local and national technological, economic, and manpower resources to build the cyclotron. Series: California Studies in the History of Science. Num Pages: 648 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PDX; PHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 40. Weight in Grams: 976.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1989
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Edition
- 1st
- Number of pages
- 648
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520064263
- ISBN
- 9780520064263
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 68.92€ 53.97
€ 68.92
€ 53.97
Paperback. This volume concentrates on the performance capabilities of instrumentation. This approach reflects the increasing emphasis on quality assurance and reliability of results and the increasing automation of machines. Series: Analytical Techniques in the Sciences (Ants) Aeo. Num Pages: 336 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: PDN; PNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 157 x 20. Weight in Grams: 528.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471999010
- ISBN
- 9780471999010
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 106.30
€ 106.30
Hardback. This work is a guide to the principles behind sensitivity analysis. It suggests suitable methods for particular types of problem, which allows a greater understanding of the entire causal assessment chain. This makes the impact of source uncertainties and framing assumptions more transparent. Editor(s): Saltelli, A.; Chan, K.; Scott, E. M. Series: Wiley Series in Probability and Statistics. Num Pages: 504 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBT; PBWH; PDE; TBJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 254 x 178 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1042.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 504
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471998921
- ISBN
- 9780471998921
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 191.67
€ 191.67
Paperback. The design and analysis of biological experiments and the handling of large amounts of data generated requires a good working knowledge of statistical principles. Free of the usual technical jargon, this practical, user--friendly handbook covers all the basic statistical concepts and tests. Num Pages: 260 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBWL; PDN; PS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 169 x 15. Weight in Grams: 456.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 260
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471988229
- ISBN
- 9780471988229
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 92.29
€ 92.29
Hardback. "It is close to being a masterpiece. could well be the classic presentation of the area. " Warren J. Ewens, University of Pennsylvania, USA Population genetics is concerned with the study of the genetic, ecological, and evolutionary factors that influence and change the genetic composition of populations. Series: Wiley Series in Mathematical & Computational Biology. Num Pages: 422 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PDE; PSAJ; PSAK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 255 x 180 x 29. Weight in Grams: 908.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 422
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471986539
- ISBN
- 9780471986539
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 263.02
€ 263.02
Hardback. Examining perspectives on time, how and why we measure time as we do, and time in relation to our lives, the author launches a wide-ranging enquiry into this elusive concept. The book looks at time and the universe as a whole, from the "beginnings" of time through to the present. Num Pages: 162 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PDA; PGZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 251 x 177 x 15. Weight in Grams: 452.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 162
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471985457
- ISBN
- 9780471985457
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 150.90
€ 150.90
Hardback. Thermal Analysis Fundamentals and Applications to Polymer Science T. Hatakeyama Otsuma Women's University, Tokyo, Japan F.X. Quinn L'Oreal Recherche Advancee, Aulnay-sous-Bois, France The first edition of this classic book remains one of the very few introductory books covering both theoretical and practical aspects of thermal analysis (TA). Num Pages: 190 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PDN; PNF; PNRW; TDCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 243 x 163 x 17. Weight in Grams: 420.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 190
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471983620
- ISBN
- 9780471983620
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 344.57
€ 344.57
Paperback. Currently there is a gap between what scientists know aboutthe mind and brain and the assumptions that others draw from sources of everyday information such as newspapers, popular press and television. Editor(s): Della Sala, Sergio. Num Pages: 310 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JM; PD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 171 x 17. Weight in Grams: 522.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 310
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471983033
- ISBN
- 9780471983033
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 80.83
€ 80.83
Hardback. This volume presents a unified framework for systems engineering and a systematic and rigorous source for a comprehensive description of the utilization of Monte Carlo methods in practical engineering problems. The author suggests that efficiency can be improved through such an integrated approach. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBT; PDE; TBJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 22. Weight in Grams: 670.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471981725
- ISBN
- 9780471981725
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 273.22
€ 273.22
Hardback. This volume covers the preparation methods, characterization, physical and chemical properties of giant vesicles. It provides an overview of ideas and results obtained from experimental studies as well as from theoretical approaches, covering a wide variety of aspects. Editor(s): Luisi, Pier Luigi; Walde, Peter. Series: Perspectives in Supramolecular Chemistry. Num Pages: 426 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: PDE; PNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 162 x 29. Weight in Grams: 754.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 426
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471979869
- ISBN
- 9780471979869
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 545.89
€ 545.89
Paperback. The electronic-structural calculations of the properties of specific materials have become increasingly important since the 1970s. This book focuses equally on the different computational methods in relation to traditional quantum chemistry and solid-state physics. Series: Wiley Series in Theoretical Chemistry. Num Pages: 516 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: PDE; PHFC; PNRP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 155 x 35. Weight in Grams: 798.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 516
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471979760
- ISBN
- 9780471979760
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 170.01
€ 170.01
Hardback. The electronic-structural calculations of the properties of specific materials have become increasingly important since the 1970s. This book focuses equally on the different computational methods in relation to traditional quantum chemistry and solid-state physics. Series: Wiley Series in Theoretical Chemistry. Num Pages: 516 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: PDE; PHFC; PNRP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 161 x 33. Weight in Grams: 834.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st
- Number of pages
- 516
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471979753
- ISBN
- 9780471979753
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 412.10
€ 412.10
Hardcover. This volume details the application of molecular simulation to the liquid state. Series: Wiley Tutorial Series in Theoretical Chemistry. Num Pages: 264 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PDE; PHFC; PHM; UGK; UYAM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 256 x 199 x 21. Weight in Grams: 716.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471977162
- ISBN
- 9780471977162
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 468.16
€ 468.16
Paperback. Methods in trace element determination have undergone a renaissance over the past few years. This work brings the reader up to date in not only the theory of the methods, but also the apparatus and preparation of samples. Num Pages: 344 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PDN; PNF; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 227 x 148 x 20. Weight in Grams: 518.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471974451
- ISBN
- 9780471974451
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 222.25
€ 222.25