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Gender and power relations in Nigeria [[electronic resource] /] / edited by Ronke Iyabowale Ako-Nai
| Gender and power relations in Nigeria [[electronic resource] /] / edited by Ronke Iyabowale Ako-Nai |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Lanham [Md.], : Lexington Books, 2013 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (588 p.) |
| Disciplina | 305.4209669 |
| Altri autori (Persone) | Ako-NaiRonke Iyabowale |
| Soggetto topico |
Women - Nigeria - Social conditions
Women's rights - Nigeria Women - Legal status, laws, etc - Nigeria Women - Political activity - Nigeria Sex role - Nigeria Feminism - Nigeria Sexism - Nigeria |
| Soggetto genere / forma | Electronic books. |
| ISBN |
1-299-40279-8
0-7391-7779-6 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa  |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto | Introduction : Western feminist theories : how applicable to Africa? / R.I. Ako-Nai -- An overview of the rights of Nigerian women under the laws / Oluwafeyisayo Semiu Kuteyi -- Women's rights, violence and gender discrimination : the Nigerian circumstances / A.A. Idowu -- 1999 Constitution and gender analysis of elective and appointive positions in Nigeria / Michael Abiodun Oni and Rachael Oluseye Iyanda -- An appraisal of the protection of women's rights under Nigerian laws / Mercy Onaodowan Erhun -- Critical appraisal of domestic violence in Nigeria / Adesina Coker -- An overview of legal and implementation framework of Nigeria's national gender policy / Benson Kunle Sehinde -- Masculinity in gender relations : the Nigerian experience and contribution to sustainable development / Adu Funmilayo Modupe -- Influence of age, marital status and environment on sexism in Nigeria / Ogunleye J. Adedeji and Sulaiman O. Adebayo -- Sex, sex-role orientation, personality and sexism in Nigeria / Ogunleye J. Adedeji -- Gender and peacebuilding in Nigeria's Niger Delta region / Stephen A. Faleti -- Women in Yoruba indigenous politics in Nigeria / I.O. Aransi -- Democracy and gender participation in Nigeria : a case for gender mainstreaming in politics / I.D. David -- Gender equality for a better quality of life for all / A.O. Ologunde -- The place of women in Nigerian public service : a sublime feminist analysis / Anthony M. Oladoyin -- African women and the changing notion of security / Funso Adesola -- "Unknown soldier" : women's radicalism and activism and state violence in 20th century Nigeria / Mojúbàolú Olúfúnké Okome -- Women, grass roots movements and democratization in Nigeria / Iwebunor Okwechime and Akin Iwilade -- Gender and the Niger Delta crises : the challenge of local feminisms / Mashood Omotosho -- Gender, environment and human rights violations in Nigeria's Niger Delta region / Iwebunor Okwechime and Akin Iwilade. |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910452421903321 |
| Lanham [Md.], : Lexington Books, 2013 | ||
| Materiale a stampa | ||
| Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II | ||
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Gender and power relations in Nigeria [[electronic resource] /] / edited by Ronke Iyabowale Ako-Nai
| Gender and power relations in Nigeria [[electronic resource] /] / edited by Ronke Iyabowale Ako-Nai |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Lanham [Md.], : Lexington Books, 2013 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (588 p.) |
| Disciplina | 305.4209669 |
| Altri autori (Persone) | Ako-NaiRonke Iyabowale |
| Soggetto topico |
Women - Nigeria - Social conditions
Women's rights - Nigeria Women - Legal status, laws, etc - Nigeria Women - Political activity - Nigeria Sex role - Nigeria Feminism - Nigeria Sexism - Nigeria |
| ISBN |
1-299-40279-8
0-7391-7779-6 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto | Introduction : Western feminist theories : how applicable to Africa? / R.I. Ako-Nai -- An overview of the rights of Nigerian women under the laws / Oluwafeyisayo Semiu Kuteyi -- Women's rights, violence and gender discrimination : the Nigerian circumstances / A.A. Idowu -- 1999 Constitution and gender analysis of elective and appointive positions in Nigeria / Michael Abiodun Oni and Rachael Oluseye Iyanda -- An appraisal of the protection of women's rights under Nigerian laws / Mercy Onaodowan Erhun -- Critical appraisal of domestic violence in Nigeria / Adesina Coker -- An overview of legal and implementation framework of Nigeria's national gender policy / Benson Kunle Sehinde -- Masculinity in gender relations : the Nigerian experience and contribution to sustainable development / Adu Funmilayo Modupe -- Influence of age, marital status and environment on sexism in Nigeria / Ogunleye J. Adedeji and Sulaiman O. Adebayo -- Sex, sex-role orientation, personality and sexism in Nigeria / Ogunleye J. Adedeji -- Gender and peacebuilding in Nigeria's Niger Delta region / Stephen A. Faleti -- Women in Yoruba indigenous politics in Nigeria / I.O. Aransi -- Democracy and gender participation in Nigeria : a case for gender mainstreaming in politics / I.D. David -- Gender equality for a better quality of life for all / A.O. Ologunde -- The place of women in Nigerian public service : a sublime feminist analysis / Anthony M. Oladoyin -- African women and the changing notion of security / Funso Adesola -- "Unknown soldier" : women's radicalism and activism and state violence in 20th century Nigeria / Mojúbàolú Olúfúnké Okome -- Women, grass roots movements and democratization in Nigeria / Iwebunor Okwechime and Akin Iwilade -- Gender and the Niger Delta crises : the challenge of local feminisms / Mashood Omotosho -- Gender, environment and human rights violations in Nigeria's Niger Delta region / Iwebunor Okwechime and Akin Iwilade. |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910779412603321 |
| Lanham [Md.], : Lexington Books, 2013 | ||
| Materiale a stampa | ||
| Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II | ||
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Gender and power relations in Nigeria / / edited by Ronke Iyabowale Ako-Nai
| Gender and power relations in Nigeria / / edited by Ronke Iyabowale Ako-Nai |
| Edizione | [1st ed.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Lanham [Md.], : Lexington Books, 2013 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (588 p.) |
| Disciplina | 305.4209669 |
| Altri autori (Persone) | Ako-NaiRonke Iyabowale |
| Soggetto topico |
Women - Nigeria - Social conditions
Women's rights - Nigeria Women - Legal status, laws, etc - Nigeria Women - Political activity - Nigeria Sex role - Nigeria Feminism - Nigeria Sexism - Nigeria |
| ISBN |
1-299-40279-8
0-7391-7779-6 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto | Introduction : Western feminist theories : how applicable to Africa? / R.I. Ako-Nai -- An overview of the rights of Nigerian women under the laws / Oluwafeyisayo Semiu Kuteyi -- Women's rights, violence and gender discrimination : the Nigerian circumstances / A.A. Idowu -- 1999 Constitution and gender analysis of elective and appointive positions in Nigeria / Michael Abiodun Oni and Rachael Oluseye Iyanda -- An appraisal of the protection of women's rights under Nigerian laws / Mercy Onaodowan Erhun -- Critical appraisal of domestic violence in Nigeria / Adesina Coker -- An overview of legal and implementation framework of Nigeria's national gender policy / Benson Kunle Sehinde -- Masculinity in gender relations : the Nigerian experience and contribution to sustainable development / Adu Funmilayo Modupe -- Influence of age, marital status and environment on sexism in Nigeria / Ogunleye J. Adedeji and Sulaiman O. Adebayo -- Sex, sex-role orientation, personality and sexism in Nigeria / Ogunleye J. Adedeji -- Gender and peacebuilding in Nigeria's Niger Delta region / Stephen A. Faleti -- Women in Yoruba indigenous politics in Nigeria / I.O. Aransi -- Democracy and gender participation in Nigeria : a case for gender mainstreaming in politics / I.D. David -- Gender equality for a better quality of life for all / A.O. Ologunde -- The place of women in Nigerian public service : a sublime feminist analysis / Anthony M. Oladoyin -- African women and the changing notion of security / Funso Adesola -- "Unknown soldier" : women's radicalism and activism and state violence in 20th century Nigeria / Mojúbàolú Olúfúnké Okome -- Women, grass roots movements and democratization in Nigeria / Iwebunor Okwechime and Akin Iwilade -- Gender and the Niger Delta crises : the challenge of local feminisms / Mashood Omotosho -- Gender, environment and human rights violations in Nigeria's Niger Delta region / Iwebunor Okwechime and Akin Iwilade. |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910820338703321 |
| Lanham [Md.], : Lexington Books, 2013 | ||
| Materiale a stampa | ||
| Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II | ||
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Nigerian Women in Cultural, Political and Public Spaces
| Nigerian Women in Cultural, Political and Public Spaces |
| Autore | Sotunsa Mobolanle |
| Edizione | [1st ed.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Cham : , : Springer International Publishing AG, , 2024 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (290 pages) |
| Disciplina | 305.4209669 |
| Altri autori (Persone) | YakubuAnthonia Makwemoisa |
| Collana | Gender and Cultural Studies in Africa and the Diaspora Series |
| ISBN | 3-031-40582-X |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto |
Intro -- Foreword: Nigerian Women in Cultural, Political and Public Spaces -- Preface -- Acknowledgements -- Contents -- List of Contributors -- Abbreviations -- List of Figures -- List of Tables -- Chapter 1: Introduction: African Women in Cultural, Political and Public Spaces -- References -- Part I: Nigerian Women in Cultural Spaces -- Chapter 2: Ethno-Cultural Construction of Femininity in Igbo Folklore -- Introduction -- Femininity: A Brief Treatise -- Conceptual and Theoretical Framework: The Conversation -- Methodology -- Anatomisating Selected Igbo Proverbs -- Excavating Naming Practices in Igbo Ethno-Cultural Construct Femininity -- Reinforcing Construction of Ethno-Cultural Femininity in Folksongs and Folktales -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 3: Women as the Unsung Breadwinners in Igbo Cosmology in Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart and Arrow of God -- Introduction -- Cosmology of the Traditional Igbo Society -- Role of Women as Breadwinners -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 4: Women as Agents of Change in Some Dance Traditions of Orogun People of Delta State -- Introduction -- Background of the Orogun People -- Women's Dance(s) in Erosefe Festival in Orogun -- Dance I: Eya Udjọ Dance -- Dance II: Ukere Dance -- Dance III: Ighovwo Dance Performance -- Dance IV: Purification Dance/Rites for the Community -- Literature Review -- Critical Context -- Methodology -- Analysis I: Forms of Female Power in the Dances in Erosefe Festival -- Analysis II: Patterns of Change in the Dance Traditions in Erosefe Festival -- Summary of Findings -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 5: The Dynamics of Traditional Power Structure: Women, Culture and Leadership in Achebe's Things Fall Apart -- Introduction -- Mimetic Theory -- Woman -- Culture -- Leadership -- Women, Culture and Leadership in Things Fall Apart -- Contemporary Realities.
Conclusion -- References -- Electronic Newspapers and Online Sources -- Part II: Nigerian Women and Media Engagements -- Chapter 6: Female Engagement and Nollywood in Postmodern Africa -- Introduction -- Female Auteurship and Cinematic Culture in Africa -- Standpoint Theory -- Synopsis of the Video: Wives on Strike -- Analysis -- Conclusion -- References -- Filmography -- Chapter 7: Gender Issues in the Nigerian Public Relations Profession -- Introduction -- The Liberal Feminism Theory -- Women and Leadership -- Factors Affecting Leadership Opportunities for Women in Public Relations -- Methodology -- Key Informants Interviewed (KII) -- Presentation and Discussion of Findings -- Discussion of Major Findings -- Conclusion -- Recommendations -- References -- Chapter 8: Influence of Television Viewing on Eating Disorders Among Female Nigerian Undergraduates of Universities of Jos and Lagos -- Introduction -- Television Influence, Viewing Culture, and Behaviour -- Television Portrayal of the Thin Ideal, Body Image Dissatisfaction, Self-Esteem, and Anorexia -- Information Processing Theory -- The Social Learning Theory -- Methodology -- Research Hypotheses -- Hypothesis One -- Interpretation -- Hypothesis Two -- Interpretation -- Hypothesis Three -- H0: Anorexia is not significantly present among Nigerian female undergraduates as a result of their effort to be like the thin ideal promoted on TV. Chi-Square Test -- Interpretation -- Decision Rule -- Decision -- Conclusion and Recommendations -- References -- Chapter 9: Audience Perception of the Role of Culture and Media in Gender Stereotypes in Nigerian Television Commercials -- Introduction -- Sex, Gender, and Stereotypes -- Advertising and Female Gender Stereotypes -- Culture and Advertising: Influencer of Each Other -- Perception Theory -- Methodology -- Data Presentation and Analysis -- Discussion. Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 10: ICT as a Tool for Women's Empowerment -- Introduction -- ICT and the Empowerment of African Women -- Benefits of ICT -- ICT and Women Upgrade -- Mobile Phone as a Tool for Women Empowerment -- Methodology -- Report Analysis -- Demographic Details -- Descriptive Statistics -- Test of the Effect of ICT on Women Empowerment -- Frequency of Use of ICT Tools and Its Effect on Women's Work/Business -- Frequency of Use of ICT Tools and Their Effect on Women's Education/Health -- Conclusion and Recommendations -- References -- Part III: African Women and Legal Frameworks -- Chapter 11: Towards Women's Career Advancements: The Banality of Recognition of Marital Rape in Nigeria -- Introduction -- Methodology -- Arguments in Favour of Marital Rape Exemptions -- The Idea of Inferred Consent -- Marital Solitude -- Protection of the Marriage Institution -- Lack of Evidence -- Impediments to Criminalization of Marital Rape -- Non-consensual Sexual Approaches of the Husband Are Not Classified as a Legal Wrong -- Withdrawal of Consent by the Wife Is Not a Good Ground for Divorce -- Non-recognition of Marital Rape as an Infringement of Fundamental Rights -- Cultural Views -- Religious Beliefs -- Level of Illiteracy Among Nigerian Women -- Lack of Awareness of Women's Health and Reproductive Rights -- Lack of Report to the Appropriate Authorities -- Aftermath of Marital Rape on Women's Career Progression -- The Legal Framework -- The Criminal Code -- The Penal Code -- Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Act -- The Armed Forces Act -- Sharia Penal Code Law -- Recommendations -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 12: Leadership and Gender Diversity on Corporate Board in Nigeria -- Introduction -- Legal Framework of Companies in Nigeria -- Gender Representation on Corporate Board: Evidence from Literature. Relationship Between Gender Diversity and Performance of Companies -- Challenges to Board Gender Diversity -- Corporate Board Gender Diversity in Nigeria -- Board Gender Diversity in Nigeria: Results from Empirical Study -- Survey 1 to Determine the Most Crucial Factor(s) Responsible for Poor Female Representation on Corporate Boards in Nigeria -- Survey Design -- Study Population -- Collection of Data -- Data Analysis -- Data on Board Composition from Companies Listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange -- Sample and Data Collection -- Data Analysis and Findings from Table 12.1 -- Data Analysis and Findings from Table 12.2 -- Findings, Conclusions and Recommendations -- Appendix: Survey Question -- Gender Representation on Corporate Boards in Nigeria -- References -- Chapter 13: Customary Law of Succession in Nigeria: Rethinking the Legal Status of Women -- Introduction -- Succession Under Customary Law -- The Concept of Succession -- The Mode of Distribution of Real Property -- Rules Guiding the Distribution of Intestate Estate in Nigeria -- Customary Succession of Women in Eastern Nigeria -- Customary Law Succession of Women in Western Nigeria -- Customary Law Succession of Women in Northern Nigeria -- Protecting Wives and Females Rights in Intestate Succession -- Safeguarding the Rights of Women/Females in Intestate Estate -- Effective and Efficient Administration of Inheritance -- Limitations to Rights to Make a Will -- Information Gathering and Monitoring from Another Clime -- Reasons for Disinheritance of Widows and Wives the Estates, Titles, and Stool -- Conclusion -- Recommendations -- References -- Chapter 14: The Objectives of Gender Studies in Translation -- Introduction -- The Relevance of Gender Studies in Translation -- Historical Background of Women Participation in Translation -- Reasons for Manipulations in Translation. Processes of Alterations and Adaptations in Translation -- Discussions on Practical Translators -- References -- Chapter 15: Social Media Re-victimization and Stigmatization of Sexual Assault Victims: Exploring the Representation and Social Reactions of Sexual Assault Cases in Nigeria -- Introduction -- Hypotheses -- Social Movements, Digital Activism and Information on Sexual Assault -- Methodology -- Unit of Data Analysis -- Findings and Test of Hypotheses -- Decision Rule -- Narrative Analysis of the In-Depth Interview -- Summary of Findings -- Conclusion -- Recommendations -- References. |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910767531103321 |
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| Cham : , : Springer International Publishing AG, , 2024 | ||
| Materiale a stampa | ||
| Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II | ||
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Through the gender lens : a century of social and political development in Nigeria / / edited by Funmi Soetan and Bola Akanji
| Through the gender lens : a century of social and political development in Nigeria / / edited by Funmi Soetan and Bola Akanji |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Lanham, Maryland : , : Lexington Books, , [2019] |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (vi, 360 pages) |
| Disciplina | 305.4209669 |
| Collana | Critical African studies in gender and sexuality |
| Soggetto topico | Women - Nigeria - Social conditions |
| ISBN | 1-4985-9325-9 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910793497103321 |
| Lanham, Maryland : , : Lexington Books, , [2019] | ||
| Materiale a stampa | ||
| Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II | ||
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Through the gender lens : a century of social and political development in Nigeria / / edited by Funmi Soetan and Bola Akanji
| Through the gender lens : a century of social and political development in Nigeria / / edited by Funmi Soetan and Bola Akanji |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Lanham, Maryland : , : Lexington Books, , [2019] |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (vi, 360 pages) |
| Disciplina | 305.4209669 |
| Collana | Critical African studies in gender and sexuality |
| Soggetto topico | Women - Nigeria - Social conditions |
| ISBN | 1-4985-9325-9 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910809184403321 |
| Lanham, Maryland : , : Lexington Books, , [2019] | ||
| Materiale a stampa | ||
| Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II | ||
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Women's political visibility and media access : the case of Nigeria / / edited by Oladokun Omojola ; contributors Victoria Ajala [and thirteen others]
| Women's political visibility and media access : the case of Nigeria / / edited by Oladokun Omojola ; contributors Victoria Ajala [and thirteen others] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Newcastle upon Tyne, England : , : Cambridge Scholars Publishing, , 2014 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (178 p.) |
| Disciplina | 305.4209669 |
| Soggetto topico |
Women - Political activity - Nigeria
Mass media - Political aspects - Nigeria |
| Soggetto genere / forma | Electronic books. |
| ISBN | 1-4438-6156-1 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto | TABLE OF CONTENTS; LIST OF TABLES; LIST OF FIGURES; ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS; INTRODUCTION; CHAPTER ONE; CHAPTER TWO; CHAPTER THREE; CHAPTER FOUR; CHAPTER FIVE; CHAPTER SIX; CHAPTER SEVEN; CHAPTER EIGHT; CONTRIBUTORS |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910464702603321 |
| Newcastle upon Tyne, England : , : Cambridge Scholars Publishing, , 2014 | ||
| Materiale a stampa | ||
| Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II | ||
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Women's political visibility and media access : the case of Nigeria / / edited by Oladokun Omojola ; contributors Victoria Ajala [and thirteen others]
| Women's political visibility and media access : the case of Nigeria / / edited by Oladokun Omojola ; contributors Victoria Ajala [and thirteen others] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Newcastle upon Tyne, England : , : Cambridge Scholars Publishing, , 2014 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (178 p.) |
| Disciplina | 305.4209669 |
| Soggetto topico |
Women - Political activity - Nigeria
Mass media - Political aspects - Nigeria |
| ISBN | 1-4438-6156-1 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto | TABLE OF CONTENTS; LIST OF TABLES; LIST OF FIGURES; ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS; INTRODUCTION; CHAPTER ONE; CHAPTER TWO; CHAPTER THREE; CHAPTER FOUR; CHAPTER FIVE; CHAPTER SIX; CHAPTER SEVEN; CHAPTER EIGHT; CONTRIBUTORS |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910786536103321 |
| Newcastle upon Tyne, England : , : Cambridge Scholars Publishing, , 2014 | ||
| Materiale a stampa | ||
| Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II | ||
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Women's political visibility and media access : the case of Nigeria / / edited by Oladokun Omojola ; contributors Victoria Ajala [and thirteen others]
| Women's political visibility and media access : the case of Nigeria / / edited by Oladokun Omojola ; contributors Victoria Ajala [and thirteen others] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Newcastle upon Tyne, England : , : Cambridge Scholars Publishing, , 2014 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (178 p.) |
| Disciplina | 305.4209669 |
| Soggetto topico |
Women - Political activity - Nigeria
Mass media - Political aspects - Nigeria |
| ISBN | 1-4438-6156-1 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto | TABLE OF CONTENTS; LIST OF TABLES; LIST OF FIGURES; ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS; INTRODUCTION; CHAPTER ONE; CHAPTER TWO; CHAPTER THREE; CHAPTER FOUR; CHAPTER FIVE; CHAPTER SIX; CHAPTER SEVEN; CHAPTER EIGHT; CONTRIBUTORS |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910807328603321 |
| Newcastle upon Tyne, England : , : Cambridge Scholars Publishing, , 2014 | ||
| Materiale a stampa | ||
| Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II | ||
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