ilość książek w kategorii: 787
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Basic Facts About the United Nations
ISBN: 9789213002612 / Angielski / Miękka / 277 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Explains the structure of the United Nations, how the Organization works, the main issues it addresses and its importance for people everywhere. Basic Facts About the United Nations documents the Organiation's contributions to international peace and security, economic and social development, human rights, humanitarian action, international law and decoloniation.
Explains the structure of the United Nations, how the Organization works, the main issues it addresses and its importance for people everywhere. Basic...
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58,49 zł |
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How Long Will South Africa Survive? The Looming Crisis
ISBN: 9781849047234 / Angielski / Miękka / 304 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A trenchant assessment of the ANC's political elite in power and their role in dashing the hopes and aspirations of the post-apartheid generation
A trenchant assessment of the ANC's political elite in power and their role in dashing the hopes and aspirations of the post-apartheid generation
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82,10 zł |
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Taken on Trust: 25th Anniversary Edition
ISBN: 9781473637115 / Angielski / Miękka / 512 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. New edition of Terry Waite's seminal memoir, celebrating 25 years since his release - with a new foreword and final chapter
New edition of Terry Waite's seminal memoir, celebrating 25 years since his release - with a new foreword and final chapter
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66,70 zł |
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The Idea of a League of Nations
ISBN: 9781473333352 / Angielski / Miękka / 54 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. First published in "The Atlantic Monthly" in 1919, this article represents the initial efforts of "League of Free Nations Association"-the precursor to the League of Nations-to assess and solve the principal problems of Universal Peace. Among those who collaborated on this paper is are H. G. Wells, H. Wickham Steed, Viscount Grey, Gilbert Murray, Lionel Curtis, and J. A. Spender, among others. Highly recommended for those with an interest in modern world history and the formation of the League of Nations. Herbert George Wells (1866 - 1946) was a prolific English writer who wrote in a variety...
First published in "The Atlantic Monthly" in 1919, this article represents the initial efforts of "League of Free Nations Association"-the precursor t...
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55,91 zł |
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Doing Comparative Politics An Introduction to Approaches and Issues
ISBN: 9781626374508 / Angielski / Miękka / 350 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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153,78 zł |
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Social and Behavioral Sciences Team: 2016 Annual Report
ISBN: 9781539189046 / Angielski / Miękka / 62 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The report that follows presents the results of completed projects and describes ongoing efforts in eight key policy areas: promoting retirement security, advancing economic opportunity, improving college access and affordability, responding to climate change, supporting criminal justice reform, assisting job seekers, helping families get health coverage and stay healthy, and improving the effectiveness and efficiency of Federal Government operations.
The report that follows presents the results of completed projects and describes ongoing efforts in eight key policy areas: promoting retirement secur...
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60,32 zł |
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THE FEDERAL BIG DATA RESEARCH and DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN
ISBN: 9781539189367 / Angielski / Miękka / 50 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A primary objective of this document is to outline the key Big Data R&D strategies necessary to keep the Nation competitive in data science and innovation and to prepare for the data-intensive challenges of tomorrow. As a strategic plan, this document provides guidance for Federal agencies and policymakers in determining how to direct limited resources into activities that have the greatest potential to generate the greatest impact. The Plan profiles R&D areas that span multiple disciplines, surfacing intersections of common interest that could stimulate collaboration among researchers and...
A primary objective of this document is to outline the key Big Data R&D strategies necessary to keep the Nation competitive in data science and innova...
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60,32 zł |
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Churchill
ISBN: 9781910821077 / Angielski / Twarda / 144 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. In this absorbing collection of stories and trivia, readers will find answers to amazing aspects of Churchill's life, career and legacy. From his courageous leadership during WWII, through intriguing insights into his powerful speeches, sharp wit and tumultuous career, as well as his accomplishments in personal life.
In this absorbing collection of stories and trivia, readers will find answers to amazing aspects of Churchill's life, career and legacy. From his cour...
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51,29 zł |
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RESILIENCY ENHANCING COPING WITH CRISIS
ISBN: 9781614994893 / Angielski / Miękka / 168 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This book contributes to a better understanding of what makes people and communities resilient in the face of disasters, violence and terrorism. This resilience is understood as a resource that facilitates recovery, effective functioning and positive outcomes in the wake of major critical events that threaten the well-being of individuals, families, communities and nations. The chapters in this publication present complementary perspectives on resilience in a variety of socially adverse settings and how to assess resilience beyond the level of an individual. The contributing authors not only...
This book contributes to a better understanding of what makes people and communities resilient in the face of disasters, violence and terrorism. This ...
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439,01 zł |
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Jihadism Transformed Al-Qaeda and Islamic State's Global Battle of Ideas
ISBN: 9781849046473 / Angielski / Twarda / 256 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The contributors examine whether the challenge presented to al-Qaeda by Islamic State heralds a tectonic shift in international jihadism and how the former may respond to the threat of being usurper.
The contributors examine whether the challenge presented to al-Qaeda by Islamic State heralds a tectonic shift in international jihadism and how the f...
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179,71 zł |
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Revolution Undone Egypt's Road Beyond Revolt
ISBN: 9781849046848 / Angielski / Twarda / 320 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Egypt's democratic experiment has been derailed, but will her people remain committed to progressive change, and at what cost? Hellyer's first-hand knowledge of the country suggests the price will be high.
Egypt's democratic experiment has been derailed, but will her people remain committed to progressive change, and at what cost? Hellyer's first-hand kn...
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128,36 zł |
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Examining Vulnerabilities of America's Power Supply
ISBN: 9781539778769 / Angielski / Miękka / 108 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The electricity infrastructure of the United States consists of power plants generating electricity, transmission and distribution lines, and transformers and substations, which all work together to bring power to American homes and businesses. The stability, reliability, and security of the electric grid are important components to prevent extensive power outages that could interfere with the everyday lives of millions of Americans. However, the electric grid is vulnerable to a wide range of threats that could cut off power to families and businesses, including physical, cyber, EMP, and...
The electricity infrastructure of the United States consists of power plants generating electricity, transmission and distribution lines, and transfor...
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72,43 zł |
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Yemen Endures Civil War, Saudi Adventurism and the Future of Arabia
ISBN: 9781849048057 / Angielski / Twarda / 320 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The war in Yemen is finally coming under scrutiny as the West considers its controversial dealings with Saudi Arabia
The war in Yemen is finally coming under scrutiny as the West considers its controversial dealings with Saudi Arabia
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154,04 zł |
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From Traders to Innovators: Science and Technology in Singapore since 1965
ISBN: 9789814695787 / Angielski / Miękka / 232 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Today, more than ever, the state of a country's science and technology is a critical factor for economic competitiveness and long-term growth. This book traces the development of science and technology policies and initiatives in Singapore since 1965. Developed as a trading entrepOt by the British, science and technology were never strongly emphasized, right up to the 1970s. However, the need to stay ahead of economic competitiveness motivated the Singapore Government to initiate its national science and technology policy from the 1980s -- moving Singapore from a low-skilled,... Today, more than ever, the state of a country's science and technology is a critical factor for economic competitiveness and long-term growth. This... |
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121,89 zł |
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To Serve and Collect : Chicago Politics and Police Corruption from the Lager Beer Riot to the Summerdale Scandal, 1855-1960
ISBN: 9780809322237 / Angielski / Miękka Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Crooked politicians, gangsters, madams, and cops on the take: To Serve and Collect tells the story of Chicago during its formative years through the history of its legendary police department.
Crooked politicians, gangsters, madams, and cops on the take: To Serve and Collect tells the story of Chicago during its formative years thr... |
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117,02 zł |
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The Encryption Tightrope: Balancing Americans' Security and Privacy
ISBN: 9781540368737 / Angielski / Miękka / 222 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. New methods of electronic communication have transformed our society, most visibly by enabling ubiquitous digital communications and facilitating broad e-commerce. As such, it is important for our global economy and our national security to have strong encryption standards. Many companies have been responding to a market demand for products and services that protect the privacy and security of their customers. The benefits of our increasingly digital lives, however, have been accompanied by new dangers. Malicious actors can take advantage of the Internet to covertly plot violent robberies,...
New methods of electronic communication have transformed our society, most visibly by enabling ubiquitous digital communications and facilitating broa...
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92,61 zł |
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The Status of Innovative Technologies Within the Automotive Industry
ISBN: 9781540549198 / Angielski / Miękka / 106 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Auto sales in the U.S. hit an all-time high in 2015 with 17.5 million cars and trucks sold. This banner year was spurred in part by low gas prices. Those prices are projected to remain low throughout the year. Vehicle sales have also been boosted by the tremendous innovation taking place in the auto industry right now. Dozens of alternative fuel models have emerge from electric vehicles like the Tesla Model S to the fuel cell-powered Toyota Mirai to a Ford F-150 that can run on compressed natural gas and propane. At the same time, there have seen exciting developments in everything from...
Auto sales in the U.S. hit an all-time high in 2015 with 17.5 million cars and trucks sold. This banner year was spurred in part by low gas prices. Th...
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72,43 zł |
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Zero Accountability: The Consequences of Politically Driven Science
ISBN: 9781539827764 / Angielski / Miękka / 110 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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72,43 zł |
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How the Internet of Things Can Bring U.S. Transportation and Infrastructure into the 21st Century
ISBN: 9781540691125 / Angielski / Miękka / 64 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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64,37 zł |
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Children's Connected Toys: Data Security and Privacy Concerns
ISBN: 9781542798945 / Angielski / Miękka / 26 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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52,26 zł |