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Imperial Defence, 1868-1887

Beeler, John
Imperial Defence, 1868-1887
This study reveals how British statesmen, military and naval professionals, and administrators evolved a suitable response to the transition from sail to steam based on the creation of a system of defended coaling stations.

CHF 83.00

Growing-Up Modern

Fuller, Bruce
Growing-Up Modern
The modern state ¿ First and Third worlds alike ¿ pushes tirelessly to expand mass education and to deepen the schools¿ effect upon children. First published in 1991, Growing-Up Modern explores why, how, and with what actual effects state actors so vehemently pursue this dual political agenda.

CHF 83.00

Development Theory

Lehmann, David
Development Theory
The studies in this book, first published in 1979, offer an all-encompassing contemporary critique of the sociology, politics and economics of development as they are `conventionally¿ taught and disseminated. They also seek to outline the beginnings of a new approach, while not sparing from criticism the simplistic of contemporary radical theories. The reissue will prove of significant interest to the teaching of development studies at both un...

CHF 77.00

Places and Times

Turfa, Arthur
Places and Times
PLACES AND TIMES IS . . . ". . . vibrant and alive, wholly embodying place and time." -William S. Tribell, Poet "A product of a keen, observing mind . . ." -Joanna Kurowska, author of The Wall & Beyond and Inclusions ". . . a must have book for anyone who enjoys poetry." -Alicia Salabert, Poet

CHF 15.50

Towards Self-improving School Systems

Ainscow, Mel
Towards Self-improving School Systems
A fundamental challenge for policy makers and practitioners is to continue to improve the performance of their schools in a way that breaks the links between disadvantage, educational failure and restricted life chances. Drawing on statistical data and qualitative evidence collected over four years through the work of the Greater Manchester Challenge, Ainscow presents recommendations for the development of self-improving school systems.

CHF 190.00

God, Man, and Mortality: The Perspective of Bediuzzaman S...

Turner, Colin / Horkuc, Hasan
God, Man, and Mortality: The Perspective of Bediuzzaman Said Nursi
God, Man, and Mortality is a collection of essays written both by seasoned and by up and coming scholars working in the field now known as Nursi studies. The aim of these essays is to hold a mirror up to Nursi's teachings on a number of theologically important issues, just as Nursi held a mirror up to the teachings of the Qur'an. The scope is broad, covering subjects such as Divine immanence and transcendence, human spirituality and man's role...

CHF 28.50

Development Macroeconomics in Latin America and Mexico

Ros, J.
Development Macroeconomics in Latin America and Mexico
Development Macroeconomics in Latin America and Mexico brings the attention of academics, practitioners, and policy makers to the neglected macroeconomic factors that can account for both the unsatisfactory average growth performance of Latin American and the diversity around this average.

CHF 69.00

Wisdom, Science, and the Scriptures

Finamore, Stephen / Weaver, John
Wisdom, Science, and the Scriptures
This collection of essays is offered in admiration of and in gratitude for the work of Ernest Charles Lucas. The title of the volume acknowledges Ernest's particular areas of interest and expertise. The word wisdom comes first for two reasons: firstly because the Bible's Wisdom literature is a particular love about which Ernest has published a number of books, and secondly because wisdom is a characteristic of the man. Several of the contrib...

CHF 69.00

First Flight Around the World

Grove, Tim / National Air and Space Museum
First Flight Around the World
In 1924 the U.S. Army sent eight young men on a bold attempt to be the first to circumnavigate the globe by flight. Men from five other countries—Great Britain, France, Portugal, Italy and Argentina—had the same goal. The race was on! First Flight Around the World documents the exciting journey of four American planes—the Chicago, Boston, New Orleans and Seattle—and their crews on a race around the world. The trip held many challenges: extreme...

CHF 25.90

Part-Time Princesses

Monica Gallagher / Monica Gallagher
Part-Time Princesses
Beautiful, popular, and adored by all, Courtney, Amber, Tiffany, and Michelle can't wait to graduate and take their place among the world's elite. But when all their future plans are ruined, the girls have only one back-up plan-working as costumed princesses at the local amusement park. Unfortunately, increased gang activity has driven away all but the most loyal of customers. With the park on the verge of closing, the girls resolve to fight b...

CHF 25.90