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The Americas

Hardback. Details the experiences of an American family caught in Revolutionary Mexico. This memoir includes information about the Revolution, life as a foreign national in Mexico, and the silver mining industry. Editor(s): Herr, Robert Woodmansee; Herr, Richard. Series: Latin American Silhouettes. Num Pages: 263 pages, photographs, maps. BIC Classification: 1KLCM; BGH; HBJK; HBLL; HBLW; HBTV; JPWQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 170 x 20. Weight in Grams: 617.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Scholarly Resources Inc.,U.S. United States
Number of pages
263
Condition
New
SKU
V9780842027243
ISBN
9780842027243
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 160.41

Paperback. Selected narratives from the two most important contemporary chroniclers of the Underground Railroad, Levi Coffin and William Still. Here are firsthand descriptions of the experiences of escaped slaves making their way to freedom in the North and in Canada in the years before the Civil War. "A colorful yet balanced portrait."-William L. Van Deburg. Editor(s): Hendrick, George; Hendrick, Willene. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; G; HB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 221 x 141 x 13. Weight in Grams: 313.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Ivan R Dee, Inc United States
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781566635462
ISBN
9781566635462
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 15.76

hardcover. The Black-Jewish conflict in the US, without effective strategies for intervention, can only be expected to worsen. This volume suggests a psychoanalytic approach to addressing and resolving the issues causing the conflict, such as feelings of powerlessness and economic marginalization. Editor(s): Helmreich, Alan; Marcus, Paul R. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL3; JFSR1; JHMP; JMAF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 564.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
ABC-CLIO United States
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780275956660
ISBN
9780275956660
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 88.21

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

€ 90.16

Paperback. 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 19. Weight in Grams: 499.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801883521
ISBN
9780801883521
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.07

Hardback. A growing number of Jews identify themselves as secular or "somewhat secular." Is this expansive definition of Jewishness a new phenomenon? What are its roots? This insightful book provides an overview of a profound development in the evolving history of Jewish life in America. Editor(s): Heller, Zachary I.; Gordis, David M. Num Pages: 136 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBTB; JFSR1; JHMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 160 x 18. Weight in Grams: 370.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
University Press of America United States
Number of pages
136
Condition
New
SKU
V9780761857938
ISBN
9780761857938
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 100.33

paperback. Editor(s): Helleiner, Eric; Kirshner, Jonathan. Series: Cornell Studies in Money. Num Pages: 272 pages, 19. BIC Classification: 1KBB; KCBM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 368.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Cornell University Press United States
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801475610
ISBN
9780801475610
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 35.39

Paperback. Editor(s): Heinrichs, Dirk; Krellenberg, Kerstin; Hansjurgens, Bernd; Martinez, Francisco. Num Pages: 392 pages, 46 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: 1KLSH; RNU; RPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 21. Weight in Grams: 599.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
Number of pages
392
Condition
New
SKU
V9783642448973
ISBN
9783642448973
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 186.93

Paperback / so. Editor(s): Heinelt, Hubert (Darmstadt University of Technology Germany); Vetter, Angelika. Series: Stadtforschung Aktuell. Num Pages: 342 pages, black & white illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 148 x 19. Weight in Grams: 422.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Vs Verlag Fur Sozialwissenschaften Germany
Number of pages
342
Condition
New
SKU
V9783531158037
ISBN
9783531158037
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 85.68

Hardback. A study of contemporary Okinawan culture, politics and historical memory. It argues that the long Japanese tradition of defining Okinawa as a subordinate part of Japan means that all claims of Okinawan distinctiveness necessarily become part of the larger debate over contemporary identity. Editor(s): Hein, Laura; Selden, Mark. Series: Asia/Pacific/Perspectives. Num Pages: 352 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; 1KBB; HBJF; HBLW; JFC; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 153 x 23. Weight in Grams: 549.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742518650
ISBN
9780742518650
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 182.05

Paperback. Uses writings by Puritan authors, testimony from witchcraft trials, and selections from diaries to document Puritan attitudes toward religion, politics and culture. Editor(s): Heimert, Alan; Delbanco, Andrew. Num Pages: 456 pages, 1facsim. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HRCC9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 685.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1985
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Number of pages
456
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674740662
ISBN
9780674740662
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.21
€ 46.95

Paperback. Editor(s): Hayes, Diana; Phan, Peter C. Series: Catholic Studies. Num Pages: 160 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HRCC7. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 240.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742532144
ISBN
9780742532144
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.19

Hardback. Editor(s): Hayes, Diana; Phan, Peter C. Series: Catholic Studies. Num Pages: 160 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HRCC7. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 169 x 17. Weight in Grams: 354.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742532137
ISBN
9780742532137
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 120.13

Paperback. The two-month long election day in Florida made one thing clear: we need to find ways to make the American political system more responsive to the demands of all citizens. This book provides a critical assessement of a broad range of electoral reforms proposed to enhance responsive government. Editor(s): Hayduk, Ronald; Mattson, Kevin. Series: People, Passions, and Power: Social Movements, Interest Organizations and the Political Process. Num Pages: 288 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPHV; JPL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 149 x 16. Weight in Grams: 385.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742517509
ISBN
9780742517509
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 65.14

Hardback. The two-month long election day in Florida made one thing clear: we need to find ways to make the American political system more responsive to the demands of all citizens. This book provides a critical assessement of a broad range of electoral reforms proposed to enhance responsive government. Editor(s): Hayduk, Ronald; Mattson, Kevin. Series: People, Passions, and Power: Social Movements, Interest Organizations and the Political Process. Num Pages: 288 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPHV; JPL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 500.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742517493
ISBN
9780742517493
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 155.23

paperback. In Celebrating Canada, Matthew Hayday and Raymond Blake situate Canada in an international context as they examine the history and evolution of our national and provincial holidays and annual celebrations. Editor(s): Hayday, Mathew; Blake, Raymond B. Num Pages: 464 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; HBJK; HBTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 228 x 153 x 27. Weight in Grams: 680.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Canada
Number of pages
464
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9781442627130
ISBN
9781442627130
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.99
€ 41.05

hardcover. Editor(s): Hawkins, Billy J; Carter-Francique, Akilah R; Cooper, Joseph N. Num Pages: 330 pages, 6 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL3; JHBS; JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 210 x 148. Weight in Grams: 585.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Edition
1st ed. 2017
Number of pages
330
Condition
New
SKU
V9781137600370
ISBN
9781137600370
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 197.64

Paperback. Editor(s): Hartmann, Rudi; Wang, Jing'ai; Ye, Tao. Series: Geojournal Library. Num Pages: 402 pages, 149 black & white illustrations, 40 colour tables, biography. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 1KBB; RGL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 21. Weight in Grams: 617.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Springer Netherlands
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2014
Number of pages
402
Condition
New
SKU
V9789401778053
ISBN
9789401778053
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 123.04

Paperback. What is the purpose of talk in a democratic society? Do the American people interact with their government in distinctive ways? In this text, contributors present work on how politics is transacted in American society and how public communication affects those transactions. Editor(s): Hart, Roderick P.; Sparrow, Bartholomew. Num Pages: 280 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFD; JHBA; JPA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 149 x 15. Weight in Grams: 365.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742500716
ISBN
9780742500716
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 62.86

Paperback. This volume presents work from young scholars in two disciplines - communication and political science - on how modern election campaigns are affected by such forces as communication technology, the decline of political parties, a growing culture of cynicism and the rise of the Internet. Editor(s): Hart, Roderick P.; Shaw, Daron R. Num Pages: 264 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; GTC; JPHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 147 x 14. Weight in Grams: 340.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742500693
ISBN
9780742500693
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 64.91

Hardback. Editor(s): Hao, Yufan; Wang, Jianwei. Num Pages: 330 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 1KBB; JPS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 239 x 162 x 28. Weight in Grams: 726.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Lexington Books United States
Number of pages
330
Condition
New
SKU
V9780739143674
ISBN
9780739143674
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 173.23

Hardback. The management of watersheds is one of the complex tasks that scientists, users and policy makers are confronted with, especially when freshwater resources have diminished and conflicts on water allocation have increased. This book provides information on management-related aspects of the basin in Mexico: the Lerma-Chapala watershed. Editor(s): Hansen, Anne M.; Afferden, Manfred van. Num Pages: 385 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KLCM; RBKF; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 31. Weight in Grams: 2200.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Springer Science+Business Media United States
Number of pages
385
Condition
New
SKU
V9780306467479
ISBN
9780306467479
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 139.89

Hardback. The idea that American historical development is different from that of other nations - "exceptionalism" - is an old one. The essays in this volume explore the ways in which the process of class formation in the United States can be said to be distinctive. Editor(s): Halpern, Rick; Morris, Jonathan. Num Pages: 335 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBTB; JFSC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 28. Weight in Grams: 576.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
335
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333628102
ISBN
9780333628102
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 186.98

hardcover. No serious student of Canada's past can function without access to this thorough, balanced and reliable source." R. Hall, Globe and Mail. Editor(s): Halpenny, Francess G.; Hamelin, Jean. Series: Dictionary of Canadian Biography. Num Pages: 755 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; 3H; 3JB; 3JD; GBCB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 261 x 190 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1559.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1966
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Canada
Edition
Presumed First Edition
Number of pages
755
Condition
New
SKU
V9780802031426
ISBN
9780802031426
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 122.09

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