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The Japanese Consumer: An Alternative Economic History of

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Francks, Penelope, PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, By the late twentieth century, Japanese people were renowned as the world's most avid and knowledgeable consumers of fashion, luxury and quality, while the goods that embodied their tastes and lifestyle were becoming a part of global culture. Penelope Francks' book offers an alternative account of Japan's modern economic history from the perspective of the consumer. Tracing Japan's economy from the eighteenth century to the present, she shows how history has conditioned what Japanese people consume and compares their experiences with those of Europe and North America. In so doing the author presents a lucid and informed account of everyday life in Japan, exploring what people eat, how they dress, the household goods they acquire, and their preferred shopping and leisure activities. This beautifully illustrated book succeeds in making economic history palatable and entertaining. It will be a treat for students and all those interested in Japanese society and culture.

An Empire of Wealth: The Epic History of American Economic

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gordon, John Steele, PUBLISHER: Harper Perennial, Throughout time, from ancient Rome to modern Britain, the great empires built and maintained their domination through force of arms and political power. But not the United States. America has dominated the world in a new, peaceful, and pervasive way -- through the continued creation of staggering wealth. In this authoritative, engrossing history, John Steele Gordon captures as never before the true source of our nation's global influence: wealth and the capacity to create more of it.This P.S. edition features an extra 16 pages of insights into the book, including author interviews, recommended reading, and more.

The Republic of Nature: An Environmental History of the

New in paperbackThe Republic of Nature reframes standard accounts of American history based on the simple but radical premise that historical events are shaped by natural circumstances. From the natural philosophy of the founding fathers to the environmental forces behind Brown v. Board of Education,the book's focus on nature reveals a powerful new perspective on the most familiar icons of U.S. history.Mark Fiege is an associate professor of history at Colorado State University,

The Movies - An Illustrated History Of The Silver Screen

Lovely book. Large softbound 256 pages with over 320 colour & black & white photos,some full page photo's. Great reference source.Stars include Rita Hayworth (as photo),Bette Davis,Joan Crawford,Jayne Mansfield,Dustin Hoffman,Ava Gardner,Clark Gable,Greta Garbo,Marilyn Monroe, Gina Lollobrigida,James Dean,Ingrid Bergman,Barbara Stanwyck & many more. Very good condition,only for sale due to lack of space! Email or phone only please. Texts won't be replied to. Ad ID:

Economic History of India, (Paperback)

This book presents a comprehensive account of the structural changes in India's economy initiated by colonial rule and globalization. It provides an understanding of the country's political and economic transition as it evolved into a stable democratic state. Capturing a crucial time span of 90 years,it attempts to connect present-day economic trends in India in the context of the country's economic history. The book broadly covers: transition to colonialism-impact on education,law,business organi

The Line Upon a Wind: An Intimate History of the Last and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Mostert, Noel, PUBLISHER: Vintage, An Intimate History of the Last and Greatest War Fought at Sea Under Sail: . Following his acclaimed Frontiers, Noel Mostert's new book chronicles the first true "world war." In February , France declared war on Britain and Holland. The Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars that raged for the next twenty-two years saw European powers manoeuvering for mercantile and political advantage in a complex and ever-changing web of alliances and coalitions. By , the world was a different place; age-old certainties were shattered, established dynasties and kingdoms overthrown, the United States emerged as a world power, and a new age was dawning. This was to be the longest, hardest and cruelest war ever fought at sea, on a scale comparable only with the Second World War. Methods of battle under sail, little changed for centuries, would be forced to adapt at an unprecedented pace that brought with it the fearsome power of rockets, torpedoes and submarines. The Line Upon a Wind is also the story of the daily lives of the sailors on board the fighting ships, the blood and guts ferocity of engagement in an age of gentility, the struggle of ships' surgeons to repair broken bodies and the daily struggle to keep the men fed and free of disease. It is a story of ordinary men and extraordinary bravery. The Great War, as it was known to contemporaries, spanned generations and continents. Noel Mostert has achieved a work of unparalleled research, rousing descriptions and illuminating analysis -- maritime history at its very best. "From the Hardcover edition." Buy Now

Economic and Social History of England,

Economic and Social History of England, By Richard Benjamin Jones Published by Longmans Cover has some wear but otherwise the condition is very good Read More

Economic and Social History of England,

Economic and Social History of England, By Richard Benjamin Jones Published by Longmans Cover has some wear but otherwise the condition is very good Read more

The beatles Vol 4, Beatlemania, an illustrative filmography, the history of the Beatles on Film.

Ideal for Beatles memorabilia collectors.

The monarchy an oral history of Elizabeth 11

The Monarchy: An Oral Biography of Elizabeth II Broadway Books; 1st Edition edition Good condition Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit

An Introduction To The History Of Religions And Religious

An Introduction To The History Of Religions And Religious Studies (2 Volumes) ISBN No.: Author / Contributor: Samy S. Swayd Publisher: Koros Press Pub. Date: Price: £

Saltwater Game Fishes of the World: An Illustrated History

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Dunn, Bob / Goadby, Peter, PUBLISHER: Australian Fishing Network, This is a book for all those who love the sea and the great oceanic and inshore fishes that inhabit it. It is a book, not only for anglers, but for marine scientists, nature lovers and seafarers. A book for all anglers and not just those who fish saltwater. Buy Now

The Second World War - An illustrated history of WWII

Volumes 1-9, as new. Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit

Life by the Moving Road: An Illustrated History of Greater

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Barton, Michael, PUBLISHER: American Historical Press, Fully illustrated chronicle enlivened with colorful anecdotes of the engaging people and events in the history of Greater Harrisburg.

The British Herbal: An History of Plants and Trees, Natives

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hill, John, PUBLISHER: Gale Ecco, Print Editions, The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th century manuscripts are available in print, making them highly accessible to libraries, undergraduate students, and independent scholars.Medical theory and practice of the s developed rapidly, as is evidenced by the extensive collection, which includes descriptions of diseases, their conditions, and treatments. Books on science and technology, agriculture, military technology, natural philosophy, even cookbooks, are all contained here.++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++British LibraryTTitlepage in red and black. The plates are hand coloured. For additional holdings, please see N.London: printed for T. Osborne and J. Shipton; J. Hodges; J. Newbery; B. Collins; and S. Crowder and H. Woodgate, ]p., plates; 2

An Illustrated History of the RAF by Roy Conyers Nesbit

In pristine condition this gorgeous book is the Battle of Britain 50th Anniversary Commemorative Edition. Foreword is by Air Vice Marshall J.E. Johnson. Book is 12” x 11” and weighs 2.3k

An Illustrated History of the RAF by Roy Conyers Nesbit in

In pristine condition this manual is the Battle of Britain 50th Anniversary Commemorative Edition. Foreword is by Air Vice Marshall J.E. Johnson. Book is 12" x 11" and weighs 2.3k

500 Nations, an Illustrated History of North American Indians. Not a book for the Emotional

500 NATIONS, By Alvin M.Josephy, jr An illustrated History of North American Indian nations. How they lived (and died). How the West was won, at the expense of almost every native tribe, from the Inca to the Inuit and almost every Plains and Desert dwelling tribe that occupied North America. Harrowing in many places, to read the documented accounts of how the numerous tribes were decimated by the invasion from the white man. Beautifully illustrated, with many archive publications depicting the primitive manner in which the tribes lived. Their own battles to survive, and the pacts that they formed. From Farmers to Warriors, this book has to be read from start to finish, in order to understand but a little of the harsh, yet wonderful lifestyles, that these ancient peoples endured. I found it difficult to put this book down once I started reading, and the picture really do bring the accounts to life, superbly written whilst maintaining a sense of accuracy from the research material used. With about 400 pages, it's difficult to know what to ask for such a work, I simply hope that whoever buys it will enjoy it as much as I, and be as impressed and emotionally humbled by the content as I was. Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit

Theoretical Concepts in Physics: An Alternative View of

This second edition of a popular text demonstrates how physics can be appreciated through a series of case studies spanning a complete university physics course. Highlights include three new chapters on Newton's laws (one on ancient astronomy up to the time of Galileo,one on Galileo,and one on Newton); a new chapter on dimensional methods,chaos and self-organized criticality; and a new chapter on the technology of cosmology. Although all the arguments are presented precisely in physical and mathematical

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The Spartans. An Epic History

The Spartans. An Epic History. By Paul Cartledge. Illustrated Hardback non fiction. 285 pages. Good condition Ad ID:

"THE OLD SESSIONS HOUSE HISTORY OF THE LONDON MASONIC CENTRE - ITS SETTING AND ITS HISTORY" BOOK NEW

BRAND NEW Author: Len Cacutt Hardcover: 124 pages Publisher: Central London Masonic Centre Ltd; First Edition edition (26 Feb. ) Language: English ISBN-10: ISBN-- Package Dimensions: 24.6 x 17.4 x 1.2 cm

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11 volumes of Punch from to . Social and military history and humour of the period. Buyer collects

History; Lot with 2 books on the military history of England

Volume 1.H.R. Clinton, From Crécy to Assye: being Five Centuries of the Military History of England.with original plans and maps.Frederick Warne [publisher] ca.s.xix, 699 pages. Hardcover 19.5 x 14.5 cm. Very good condition.Full calf prize binding. Raised bands, decorative panels.Morocco title label, gilt border on cover + school gilt emblem.Presentation bookplate on inside front endpaper.Marbled endpapers and page edges.Frontispiece with tissue-guard + Illustrations + maps.Slight foxing to title pages otherwise a very lovely volume..Volume 2.W. Clark Russell, Horatio Nelsonand the Naval Supremacy of England.G. P. Putman's Sons [publisher] st edition.Heroes of the Nation series.xiv, 359 pages. Hardcover 19.5 x 14 cm. Very good condition.Full calf prize binding, raised bands, decorative panels.Morocco title label, gilt dentelle on covers + school emblem.Presentation bookplate on inside endpaper.Marbled endpapers and page edges.Frontispiece with tisses-guard + illustrations + portrait plates.Mild foxing and paper blemish on page 204 [text very readable] A lovely and complementary collectible set.Shipped and insured by recorded delivery. Read More

Economic Analysis of the Environmental Impacts of

Economic Analysis of the Environmental Impacts of Development Projects: It has always been thought that some level of pollution and waste is unavoidable in development projects. But no one has made much effort to quantify and assess the extent of this sort of damage. In this book a group of analysts from the Asian Development Bank and from the East West Center propose a means of constructing useful economic evaluations of the impacts of development projects on the environments in which they are constructed. This study demands the systematic evaluation of all the intentional and unintentional consequences of development initiatives before they are determined upon. It is essential reading for development economists, analysts and bankers. Originally published in

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