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History: earliest times to present day

Paperback. What, in the 16th and 17th centuries, was "superstition"? Where might it be found and how might it be countered? This text reveals attitudes to prophets, ghosts, saints and demonology, Catholic responses to the Reformation and the apparent presence of "superstition" in the reformed churches. Editor(s): Parish, Dr. Helen; Naphy, William G. Series: Studies in Early Modern European History. Num Pages: 252 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JB; 3JD; 3JF; HBJD; HBLL; HBTB; HRCC2; HRCC7; HRCC9; HRQX. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 158 x 234 x 13. Weight in Grams: 368.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Manchester University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780719061585
ISBN
9780719061585
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.11

Hardback. In Europe, love has been given a prominent place in European self-representations from the Enlightenment onwards. The category of love, stemming from private and personal spheres, was given a public function and used to distinguish European civilization from others. Editor(s): Passerini, Luisa; Ellena, Liliana; Geppert, Alexander C. T. Series: Making Sense of History. Num Pages: 334 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JJ; HBJD; HBLW; JFC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 166 x 26. Weight in Grams: 622.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Berghahn Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
334
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845457365
ISBN
9781845457365
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 168.52

Paperback. Editor(s): Potts, Timothy F.; Roaf, Michael; Stein, Diana. Series: Griffith Institute Publications. Num Pages: 421 pages, 74 b/w figs, 2 col illus. BIC Classification: 1QDAE; HBJF1; HBLA; HDDG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 242 x 170 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1152.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Griffith Institute United Kingdom
Number of pages
421
Condition
New
SKU
V9780900416798
ISBN
9780900416798
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 56.34

Paperback. Editor(s): Pregill, Michael E.; De Gifis, Vanessa; Craig, Ryann. Series: Journal of the International Qur'anic Studies Association. Num Pages: 120 pages. BIC Classification: HBLA1; HRHS. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 230 x 165. Weight in Grams: 748.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
Lockwood Press United States
Number of pages
120
Condition
New
SKU
V9781937040710
ISBN
9781937040710
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.65

paperback. A social history of war from the 3rd millennium BCE to the 10th-century CE in the Mediterranean, the Near East and Europe with parallel studies of Mesoamerica and East Asia. The volume examines war and military organization in their interactions with social, economic and political structures. Editor(s): Raaflaub, Kurt A.; Rosenstein, Nathan. Series: Center for Hellenic Studies: Colloquia S. Num Pages: 544 pages, 1 illustration, 13 maps. BIC Classification: 3D; 3F; HBG; HBLA; HBLC; HBTB; JW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 700.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Edition
Revised ed.
Number of pages
544
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674006591
ISBN
9780674006591
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 19.76

Focuses on vital home front matters in Virginia during 1864. This title explores various aspects of the civilian experience in Virginia including transportation and communication, wartime literature, politics and the press, higher education, patriotic celebrations, and early efforts at reconstruction in Union-occupied Virginia. Editor(s): Robertson, James I.; Davis, William C. Series: Virginia at War. Num Pages: 258 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBFV; 3JH; HBJK; HBLL; HBWJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 536.
Publication date
2009
Publisher
The University Press of Kentucky United States
Number of pages
258
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813125626
ISBN
9780813125626
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.42

Hardback. To learn more about Rowman & Littlefield titles please visit us at www.rowmanlittlefield.com. Editor(s): Rodriguez O., Jaime E.; Vincent, Kathryn. Series: Latin American Silhouettes. Num Pages: 278 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 1KLCM; HBJK; HBLL; HBLW; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 166 x 22. Weight in Grams: 581.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Scholarly Resources Inc.,U.S. United States
Number of pages
278
Condition
New
SKU
V9780842026628
ISBN
9780842026628
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 165.90

Since becoming president of China and general secretary of the Chinese Communist Party, Xi Jinping has emerged as China's most powerful leader since Deng Xiaoping. This title examines both the prospects for China's continuing rise and the emergent and unintended consequences posed by China's internal instability and international assertiveness. Editor(s): Ross, Robert S.; Bekkevold, Jo Inge. Num Pages: 336 pages, 9 figures, 9 tables, 9 figures, 9 tables. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 3JMG; HBJF; HBLX; JPHL; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 655.
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Georgetown University Press United States
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9781626162976
ISBN
9781626162976
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 123.70

Paperback. Since becoming president of China and general secretary of the Chinese Communist Party, Xi Jinping has emerged as China's most powerful leader since Deng Xiaoping. This title examines both the prospects for China's continuing rise and the emergent and unintended consequences posed by China's internal instability and international assertiveness. Editor(s): Ross, Robert S.; Bekkevold, Jo Inge. Num Pages: 336 pages, 9 figures, 9 tables, 9 figures, 9 tables. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 3JMG; HBJF; HBLX; JPHL; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Georgetown University Press United States
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9781626162983
ISBN
9781626162983
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.81

Hardback. This collaboration brings together recognized authorities who have worked in Chiapas for decades, many linking scholarship with social and political activism. Their combined perspectives make this an authoritative, detailed, and authentic work on the people behind the Zapatista movement. Editor(s): Rus, Jan; Castillo, Rosalva Aida Hernandez; Mattiace, Shannan L. Series: Latin American Perspectives in the Classroom. Num Pages: 328 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1KLCM; HBJK; HBLW3; JKS; JPQB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 158 x 25. Weight in Grams: 617.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
328
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742511477
ISBN
9780742511477
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 213.95

Paperback. Introducing students to current controversies over the nature of the ancient economy, this volume brings together twelve influential studies by leading experts in the field. Editor(s): Scheidel, Walter; Reden, Sitta von. Series: Edinburgh Readings on the Ancient World. Num Pages: 320 pages, glossary, bibliographical essay. BIC Classification: 1QDA; 3D; HBJD; HBLA; KCZ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 158 x 17. Weight in Grams: 478.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780748613212
ISBN
9780748613212
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.65

Hardback. The May 1980 Kwangju Uprising still exerts a profound influence in Korean society. Combining personal reflections and academic analysis, this text offers an examination of the multiple meanings of this event, explaining how the memory of Kwangju has affected Korean life from politics to culture. Editor(s): Shin, Gi-Wook; Hwang, Kyung Moon. Series: Asia/Pacific/Perspectives. Num Pages: 200 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPK; 3JJ; GTB; HBJF; HBLW3; HBTV; JPWQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 156 x 16. Weight in Grams: 381.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742519619
ISBN
9780742519619
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 159.06

Paperback. The May 1980 Kwangju Uprising still exerts a profound influence in Korean society. Combining personal reflections and academic analysis, this text offers an examination of the multiple meanings of this event, explaining how the memory of Kwangju has affected Korean life from politics to culture. Editor(s): Shin, Gi-Wook; Hwang, Kyung Moon. Series: Asia/Pacific/Perspectives. Num Pages: 200 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPK; 3JJ; GTB; HBJF; HBLW; HBTV; JPWQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 147 x 10. Weight in Grams: 263.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742519626
ISBN
9780742519626
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.77

Paperback. In this volume, leading Civil War historians gather to differentiate between the fact and the fiction of America's collective memories. Conntributors include Pulitzer Prize winner Mark E. Neely, Jr, Alan T. Nolan, John Y. Simon, James I. "Bud" Robertson, Jr, and Gary W. Gallagher. Editor(s): Simon, John Y.; Stevens, Michael E. Num Pages: 200 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; HBJK; HBLL; HBWJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 147 x 11. Weight in Grams: 267.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742521209
ISBN
9780742521209
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 58.25

Paperback. Leading scholars consider Iraq's history and strategic importance from the vantage point of its residents, neighbors (Iran, Turkey, and Kurdistan), and the Great Powers. Editor(s): Simon, Reeva Spector; Tejirian, Eleanor H. Num Pages: 200 pages, 8 maps. BIC Classification: 1FBQ; 3JJF; 3JJG; HBJF1; HBLW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 211 x 143 x 13. Weight in Grams: 363.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231132930
ISBN
9780231132930
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.14

Paperback. Even before the United States officially entered World War II, American women began to map out a far-reaching agenda for the postwar world. This book is a collection of documents that demonstrate the active part women played in the construction of 'peace - to emerge from this war.' Editor(s): Smith, David C.; Litoff, Judy Barrett. Series: The Worlds of Women Series. Num Pages: 244 pages, photographs, further reading. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJP; GTJ; HBJK; HBLW3; JFSJ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 157 x 14. Weight in Grams: 340.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Scholarly Resources Inc.,U.S. United States
Number of pages
244
Condition
New
SKU
V9780842028844
ISBN
9780842028844
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 60.93

Paperback. Untangling the ongoing consequences of Guatemala's 1954 coup d'etat Editor(s): Smith, Timothy J.; Adams, Abigail E. Num Pages: 184 pages, 1 black and white photograph. BIC Classification: 1KLCG; 3JJPG; HBJK; HBLW3; HBTB; JHMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 152 x 11. Weight in Grams: 266.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
University of Illinois Press United States
Number of pages
184
Condition
New
SKU
V9780252077845
ISBN
9780252077845
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 25.38

This well-illustrated Companion offers a comprehensive, authoritative account of the development of Greek art through the 1st millennium BC. Editor(s): Smith, Tyler Jo; Plantzos, Dimitris. Series: Blackwell Companions to the Ancient World. Num Pages: 892 pages, Illustrations (some col.), maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; 3D; ACG; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 176 x 50. Weight in Grams: 2034.
Publication date
2012
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
892
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405186049
ISBN
9781405186049
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 491.91

Hardback. Editor(s): Spaulding, Lily May; Spaulding, John. Num Pages: 160 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBLL; HBWJ; WBA; WBN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 399.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
The University Press of Kentucky United States
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813120829
ISBN
9780813120829
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 24.22

Paperback. This collection of 17 biographies provides a unique opportunity for the reader to go beyond the popular heroes of the American Revolution and discover the diverse populace that inhabited the colonies during this pivotal point in history. Editor(s): Steele, Ian K.; Rhoden, Nancy L. Series: The Human Tradition in America. Num Pages: 368 pages, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JF; BGH; GBCB; HBJK; HBLL; HBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 156 x 24. Weight in Grams: 616.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Scholarly Resources Inc.,U.S. United States
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780842027489
ISBN
9780842027489
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 61.64

Hardback. Editor(s): Stephens, Susan A.; Winkler, John J. Series: Princeton Legacy Library. Num Pages: 558 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AHA; DSK; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 942.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
558
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691637235
ISBN
9780691637235
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 260.46

New perspectives on the genre and context of history-writing in the ancient world and its focus on war and empire. Editor(s): Stoneman, Richard; Muller, Sabine; Howe, Timothy. Num Pages: 304 pages, b/w and colour. BIC Classification: 1QDA; 3D; HBAH; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 249 x 178 x 25. Weight in Grams: 870.
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Oxbow Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9781785702990
ISBN
9781785702990
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 78.47

A rich source of information about the members of Congress, their lives in New York, their concerns about their families, and the services they performed for their constituents, the documents from these three new volumes will be incorporated into The Early Republic, an innovative online reference hosted by the Johns Hopkins University Press. Editor(s): United States Congress; Bowling, Kenneth R.; DiGiacomantonio, William Charles; Veit, Helen E. Series: Documentary History of the First Federal Congress of the United States of America, March 4, 1789-March 3, 1791. Num Pages: 1136 pages, 6, 6 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JF; HBJK; HBLL; JPQ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 64. Weight in Grams: 1634.
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
1136
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801894466
ISBN
9780801894466
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 151.08

Hardback. The editors once more have assembled the most complete and reliable text of the debates by examining a variety of sources: stenographer Thomas Lloyd's shorthand notes, his Congressional Register, and contemporary newspaper accounts. Editor(s): United States Congress; Veit, Helen E.; Bickford, Charlene Bangs; Bowling, Kenneth R.; DiGiacomantonio, William Charles. Series: Documentary History of the First Federal Congress of the United States of America, March 4, 1789-March 3, 1791. Num Pages: 888 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JF; DNF; HBJK; HBLL; JPHC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 51. Weight in Grams: 1276.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
888
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801845772
ISBN
9780801845772
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 159.14

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