Isbn: 9780060166038 - rubbish!: the archaeology of garbage (37 Ergebnisse)

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Hardback. Zustand: Good. It is from the discards of former civilizations that archaeologists have reconstructed most of what we know about the past, and it is through their examination of today's garbage that William Rathje and Cullen Murphy inform us of our present. Rubbish is their witty and erudite investigation into all aspects of the phenomenon of garbage. Rathje and Murphy show what the study of garbage tells us about a population's demographics and buying habits. Along the way, they dispel the common myths about our garbage crisis--about fast-food packaging and disposable diapers, about biodegradable garbage and the acceleration of the average family's garbage output. They also suggest methods for dealing with the garbage we do have.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Fair. First Edition. With dust jacket. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Zustand: good. Fast & Free Shipping â" Good condition. It may show normal signs of use, such as light writing, highlighting, or library markings, but all pages are intact and the book is fully readable. A solid, complete copy that's ready to enjoy.

Zustand: Very Good. Very Good condition. Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.

Hardback. Zustand: Good. It is from the discards of former civilizations that archaeologists have reconstructed most of what we know about the past, and it is through their examination of today's garbage that William Rathje and Cullen Murphy inform us of our present. Rubbish is their witty and erudite investigation into all aspects of the phenomenon of garbage. Rathje and Murphy show what the study of garbage tells us about a population's demographics and buying habits. Along the way, they dispel the common myths about our garbage crisis--about fast-food packaging and disposable diapers, about biodegradable garbage and the acceleration of the average family's garbage output. They also suggest methods for dealing with the garbage we do have.…

Hardback. Zustand: Fair. It is from the discards of former civilizations that archaeologists have reconstructed most of what we know about the past, and it is through their examination of today's garbage that William Rathje and Cullen Murphy inform us of our present. Rubbish is their witty and erudite investigation into all aspects of the phenomenon of garbage. Rathje and Murphy show what the study of garbage tells us about a population's demographics and buying habits. Along the way, they dispel the common myths about our garbage crisis--about fast-food packaging and disposable diapers, about biodegradable garbage and the acceleration of the average family's garbage output. They also suggest methods for dealing with the garbage we do have.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Zustand: Good. 1st. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: Very Good. 1st. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: Very Good. 1st. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: Good. 1st. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

1992. North America, Archaeological theory, popular culture. HarperCollins. Very good boards with cloth spine, very good dust jacket 250p.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. May have light to moderate shelf wear and/or a remainder mark. Complete. Clean pages. Hardcover.

Hardcover. Zustand: Near Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good (+) Jacket. 1st Edition. Like new book. Jacket is lightly rubbed.

First Edition. Lightly shelf worn cover. Else FN / Clean.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good-. Second Edition. DJ discolored.

hardcover. Zustand: Near fine. near fine. first printing. Octavo, black cloth spine over red paper-covered boards. Illustrations, 250 pages. Includes index. Book and dust jacket are in near fine condition. 062906A.

Hardcover. Zustand: As New. Like New. A nice hardcover with a crisp dust jacket, a tight binding and an unmarked text. From a private smoke free collection. Shipping within 24 hours, tracking number and delivery Confirmation.

hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. DJ: Very Good. 3d ptg. 250 pp.6 1/4 x 9 1/2. Red boards with qtr black cloth. stamped in red on spine. Dj glossy black illustrated with red and white text. No damage or markings noted.

hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. 1st ptg. 250 pp. 6 1/4 x 9 1/2. Red boards with qtr black cloth, stamped in red on spine. Glossy black and white dj. No damage or markings noted.

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Good. An exciting and erudite investigation of the geography, history, composition, mythology, demographics, and widespread misperception of garbage--and the odd behavior of those who have made garbage what it is today. "Who would have thought reading about (garbage) could be so interesting and so much fun?--Chicago Tribune. Line drawings. Former library book. Minimal edgewear. Minimal shelfwear. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item. Ex-Library.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Rubbish!: The Archaeology of Garbage This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. .…

Hardcover. Zustand: Near Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Near Fine. Red and black quarter cloth with title in red on spine, 250 pp, maps, tables, photos, illustrations, graphs. Lightly edgeworn, rub mark front board, else nice tight copy, in Brodart archival wrapper. Newshelf 31 First Edition not stated.…

Hardcover. Zustand: As New. First Edition. Hardcover and dust jacket. Good binding and cover. Light wear. Clean, unmarked pages.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Zustand: Near Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Near Fine. 1st. dj w/unclipped price, in mylar; 250 clean, unmarked pages; First Edition, First Printing.