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Paperback. Conflicting Visions recounts the Cold War history of Canada's turbulent diplomatic relationship with India, from India's independence through to its controversial emergence as a nuclear power, using Canadian technology to help build its first nuclear device. Num Pages: 640 pages, 13 b&w photographs, 1 illustration, 1 map. BIC Classification: 1KBC; HBJK; JPSD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 23. Weight in Grams: 476.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
640
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780774829014
ISBN
9780774829014
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 39.81

Paperback. Uncovers the history of Canada's first casualties of the Great War - men who tried to enlist, were deemed "unfit for service," and then lived with shame, guilt, and ostracism. Series: Studies in Canadian Military History. Num Pages: 7 photos, 3 charts, 2 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBC; HBJK; HBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 18. Weight in Grams: 386.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Condition
New
Edition
Reprint
SKU
V9780774828895
ISBN
9780774828895
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 33.25

Hardback. Drawing on the story of the 1771 Bloody Falls massacre, human geographer Emilie Cameron explores the relationship between stories and colonialism, challenging readers to examine their perceptions of the contemporary Arctic and its peoples. Num Pages: 15 b&w illustrations, 3 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBC; HBJK; JFSL9; RGC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 23. Weight in Grams: 544.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774828840
ISBN
9780774828840
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.82

Paperback. Patriation and Its Consequences examines the political events and struggles that resulted in the 1981 agreement to patriate the Canadian constitution and sheds light on the political consequences of this key moment in Canadian history. Editor(s): Harder, Lois; Patten, Steve. Num Pages: 712 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JPHC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 227 x 23. Weight in Grams: 526.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
712
Condition
New
Edition
Reprint
SKU
V9780774828628
ISBN
9780774828628
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 39.81

Hardback. This book, based on extended ethnographic and multi-method research in a small town in Canada, adds new perspectives on the ways that citizenship is produced and reproduced under conditions of neoliberalism. Num Pages: 21 b&w photos, 1 map. BIC Classification: 1KBCO; JHMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 20. Weight in Grams: 499.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774828215
ISBN
9780774828215
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.82

Hardback. The First Green Wave examines the origins and development of first wave environmental activism (1967-86) in Toronto, home to one of Canada's earliest and most dynamic communities of environmentalists. Series: Nature / History / Society Series. Num Pages: 19 b&w photos. BIC Classification: 1KBCO; RNB; RNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 20. Weight in Grams: 499.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780774828086
ISBN
9780774828086
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.82

Hardback. This book examines how political scientists apply diverse comparative strategies to better understand Canadian political life. Editor(s): Turgeon, Luc; Papillon, Martin; Wallner, Jennifer; White, Stephen. Num Pages: 7 graphs, 21 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JPB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 28. Weight in Grams: 658.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780774827843
ISBN
9780774827843
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.82

Paperback. A landmark account of the background, motivations, and experiences of African Canadian volunteers in America's Civil War. Series: Studies in Canadian Military History Series. Num Pages: 308 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBWJ; JPVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
308
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774827461
ISBN
9780774827461
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 36.58

Paperback. Bridging the solitudes of constitutional law and international relations, this book offers a brand new interpretation of Canada's Constitution. Series: Law and Society Series. Num Pages: 284 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JPS; LND. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 20. Weight in Grams: 417.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
284
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774827157
ISBN
9780774827157
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 36.58

paperback. An essential primer for readers interested in tracing the development and dynamics of Canada's immigration program and understanding the impact of recent federal reforms on Canadian society. Num Pages: 1088 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFFN; JHB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 36. Weight in Grams: 771.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
1088
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774826808
ISBN
9780774826808
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 50.99
€ 45.21

Hardback. A groundbreaking reassessment of when, and why, Canada's army broke away from its British imperial roots to become a truly national force. Series: Studies in Canadian Military History. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; 3JJ; HBW; JWD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 658.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774826396
ISBN
9780774826396
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.82

Hardback. This new collection of original research demonstrates the continued relevance of the feminist history project in Canada. Editor(s): Carstairs, Catherine; Janovicek, Nancy. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBC; HBTB; JFFK; JFSJ1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 567.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774826198
ISBN
9780774826198
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.62

Paperback. An exploration of the personal, social, and cultural meanings of the iconic Canadian cottage. Num Pages: 308 pages, , maps. BIC Classification: 1KBC; HBJK; HBTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 23. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
308
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780774826082
ISBN
9780774826082
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 36.49

Hardback. This book explores the many challenges that faced the early production and sale of beer in Japan, including its evolution from a uniquely Western beverage into a thoroughly domestic Japanese commodity by the post-Second World War era. Num Pages: 632 pages, 16 b&w photos, 3 graphs, 33 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL3; KN; WBXD2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 567.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
632
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774825047
ISBN
9780774825047
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.42

Paperback. A lavishly illustrated history of the Canadian Rangers and their evolving role as defenders and stewards of Canada's remote regions. Series: Studies in Canadian Military History. Num Pages: 1316 pages, 30 maps, 134 photos, 23 in colour, 4 charts, 13 tables, 16-page full-colour insert. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 1KBC; HBTB; HBW; JFSL9; JPS; TTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 6147 x 4217. Weight in Grams: 975.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
1316
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774824538
ISBN
9780774824538
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 39.70

Hardback. This book shows how, in the post-9/11 era, Arab Canadians have become "targeted transnationals" through racialized immigration and security policies as well as negative media representations that legitimize their homogenization and racialization. Editor(s): Hennebry, Jenna; Momani, Bessma. Num Pages: 284 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFSL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 544.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
284
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774824408
ISBN
9780774824408
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.51

Paperback. Aboriginal Peoples and Sport in Canada is the first work to focus sustained and serious attention on the wider implications of Aboriginal peoples' involvement in sport. Editor(s): Forsyth, Janice; Giles, Audrey R. Num Pages: 536 pages, 8 photos; 4 figures. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBTB; JFSL9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 18. Weight in Grams: 399.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
536
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774824217
ISBN
9780774824217
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 36.58

Paperback. This book explores how French Canada's aspirations migrated north with natural resource development, creating a culture of hydroelectricity that continues to shape territorial planning and relations with Aboriginal peoples in the province. Series: Nature | History | Society. Num Pages: 624 pages, 24 photos, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBCQ; JFSL9; RNT; THRD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 20. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
624
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780774824170
ISBN
9780774824170
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 39.97

Hardback. A series of stories, ideas, and insights into the social dynamics of change within rural Canada that help communities forge new ways of understanding and relating to each other and to the broader world. Editor(s): Parkins, John R.; Reed, Maureen G. Num Pages: 392 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFSF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 748.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
392
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774823807
ISBN
9780774823807
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.51

Paperback. This book examines the explosive growth of the CIO in Canada during the Second World War, showing how cultural as well as economic forces were at work in the gritty work of union organizing. Series: Studies in Canadian Military History. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; 3JJH; HBJK; HBLW; HBWQ; JFF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 23. Weight in Grams: 522.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
Edition
Reprint
SKU
V9780774823432
ISBN
9780774823432
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 36.58

Hardback. This book examines the explosive growth of the CIO in Canada during the Second World War, showing how cultural as well as economic forces were at work in the gritty work of union organizing. Series: Studies in Canadian Military History Series. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; 3JJH; HBJK; HBLW; HBWQ; JFF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 20. Weight in Grams: 440.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774823425
ISBN
9780774823425
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 106.66

Paperback. A compelling exploration of place-based development as a timely, pragmatic approach to renewing rural and small-town economies in northern British Columbia. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBCB; KCZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 25. Weight in Grams: 522.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774822923
ISBN
9780774822923
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 39.81

Hardback. Lays out new strategies for advocacy groups to achieve a sustainable, healthy food system. Editor(s): MacRae, Rod; Abergel, Elisabeth. Series: Sustainability & the Environment. Num Pages: 296 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; MBNH3; RNFF; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 567.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
296
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774822688
ISBN
9780774822688
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.51

Paperback. Can national loyalties be reconciled with larger commitments to global well-being? Editor(s): Kymlicka, Will; Walker, Kathryn. Num Pages: 252 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; JFFS; JHB; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 20. Weight in Grams: 386.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of British Columbia Press Canada
Number of pages
252
Condition
New
Edition
Reprint
SKU
V9780774822619
ISBN
9780774822619
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 36.49

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