Biography: arts & entertainment
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Biography: arts & entertainment
Paperback. Charlie Hall was born into a working class family in 1899. In 1920 he left England to start a new life in New York. Incredibly, within a few years he had moved to Hollywood, and was appearing in films with some of the greatest silent comedy stars of all time. How did this come about? This book answers various questions about Charlie Hall. Num Pages: 208 pages, 74 b/w illustrations. BIC Classification: APB; APF; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 241 x 187 x 12. Weight in Grams: 526. A Biography of Charlie Hall. 208 pages, 74 b/w illustrations. Charlie Hall was born into a working class family in 1899. In 1920 he left England to start a new life in New York. Incredibly, within a few years he had moved to Hollywood, and was appearing in films with some of the greatest silent comedy stars of all time. How did this come about? This book answers various questions about Charlie Hall. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: APB; APF; BGF. Dimension: 241 x 187 x 12. Weight: 508.
- Publisher
- Brewin Books
- Number of pages
- 208
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781858584836
- ISBN
- 9781858584836
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 22.18
€ 22.18
Paperback. Num Pages: 384 pages, 202 photos. BIC Classification: BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 212 x 150 x 20. Weight in Grams: 704.
- Publisher
- Jeske, Otger, u. Matthias Mader. I.P. Verlag
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783940822048
- ISBN
- 9783940822048
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 19.06
€ 26.99
€ 19.06
Paperback. Miles Davis was one of the crucial influences in the development of modern jazz. This book tells the story of Miles' childhood, his depressions and his relationship with heroin as well as the more familiar public career. Num Pages: 496 pages, 16 b&w photos. BIC Classification: AVGJ; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 129 x 197 x 33. Weight in Grams: 350.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Arrow
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780099281832
- ISBN
- 9780099281832
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 17.59
€ 23.99
€ 17.59
Paperback. Sun Ra's music as it is about his passionate, often wildly unorthodox views on the galaxy, black people and spiritual matters. With the various incarnations of his inimitable Arkestra, his repertoire ranged from boogie-woogie to swing to be-bop to fusion to New Age, and his influence extended throughout the jazz and rock worlds. Num Pages: 512 pages, 8pp b&w photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; AVGJ; AVGP; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 153 x 29. Weight in Grams: 666.
- Publisher
- Canongate Books United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 512
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Edition
- Main
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781841950556
- ISBN
- 9781841950556
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 16.90
€ 24.99
€ 16.90
Hardcover. The illustrated life story of the world's most beloved composer Num Pages: 288 pages, full colour illustrations throughout. BIC Classification: AVGC4; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 194 x 285 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1212.
- Publisher
- Elliott & Thompson Limited
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781783962938
- ISBN
- 9781783962938
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 22.24
€ 33.99
€ 22.24
Hardcover. .
- Publisher
- Merrell Publishers
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781858946603
- ISBN
- 9781858946603
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 52.99€ 41.04
€ 52.99
€ 41.04
Paperback. Num Pages: 212 pages, 35 photos. BIC Classification: AGB; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 142 x 14. Weight in Grams: 324.
- Publisher
- Paul Dry Books, Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 212
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2021
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589880634
- ISBN
- 9781589880634
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 17.46
€ 24.99
€ 17.46
Paperback. The high standards set by Chet Atkins as a performer, recording artist, and record producer continue to inspire others. This title provides insight on the legend and his music. Num Pages: 96 pages, Full Colour Photographs throughout. BIC Classification: AVRL1; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 277 x 216 x 8. Weight in Grams: 472. Certified Guitar Player. 96 pages, Full Colour Photographs throughout. The high standards set by Chet Atkins as a performer, recording artist, and record producer continue to inspire others. This title provides insight on the legend and his music. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: AVRL1; BGF. Dimension: 277 x 216 x 8. Weight: 472.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Country Music Hall of Fame
- Number of pages
- 96
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780915608003
- ISBN
- 9780915608003
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 20.96
€ 21.99
€ 20.96
Paperback. Reni. Mani. Ian Brown. John Squire. These are the names that will forever be remembered for creating their defining album "The Stone Roses". The author was with them every step of the way documenting their story. In this edition of his biography, he brings the ultimate rock 'n' roll tale fully up-to-date. Num Pages: 512 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; AVGP; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 234 x 37. Weight in Grams: 698.
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Publisher
- Ebury Publishing
- Number of pages
- 496
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780091948580
- ISBN
- 9780091948580
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 23.03
€ 33.99
€ 23.03
paperback. Offers insights into Picasso's life and work. This title reveals Picasso at the height of his powers, producing not only the costumes and sets for such Diaghilev Ballets Russes productions as Parade and Tricorne but some of his most important sculpture and paintings. Num Pages: 608 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DSE; 3JJ; ACX; AFC; AGB; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 186 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1626.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Pimlico
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9781845951290
- ISBN
- 9781845951290
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 45.99€ 31.20
€ 45.99
€ 31.20
Paperback. Describes Herskovits' attempt to make sense of his life in an alien culture, and details what Kate Bush - known alternately as 'the barmiest bird in pop', has been up to in the silent decade - since the release of her last album. This is a b format version of the satirical novel and music biography. Num Pages: 240 pages, b&w photos. BIC Classification: AVGP; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 131 x 18. Weight in Grams: 348.
- Publisher
- Omnibus Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Edition
- 2nd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781846093395
- ISBN
- 9781846093395
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 12.64
€ 15.99
€ 12.64
Paperback. With the world at his feet and a film-stealing turn in the new Batman movie, "The Dark Knight", in the can, there was worldwide shock and disbelief when the news broke that Heath Ledger had been found dead in his New York apartment on 22 January 2008. This book presents his tragic story. Num Pages: 288 pages, 2x8 pages illustrations. BIC Classification: BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 128 x 20. Weight in Grams: 234. Good copy with some shelf wear
- Condition
- Used, Good
- Publisher
- John Blake Publishing Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- SKU
- KAK0007263
- ISBN
- 9781844546336
Paperback
Condition: Used, Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. Paperback edition of the autobiography of one of popular music's most recognizable and talked-about icons Num Pages: 544 pages, 3 x 8pp colour. BIC Classification: AVGU; AVH; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 197 x 38. Weight in Grams: 424.
- Publisher
- Simon & Schuster Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781471137211
- ISBN
- 9781471137211
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 11.52
€ 15.99
€ 11.52
Paperback. Num Pages: 352 pages, 30ill. BIC Classification: AVGU; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 512.
- Publisher
- Plexus Publishing Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Edition
- New Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780859653411
- ISBN
- 9780859653411
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 17.46
€ 23.99
€ 17.46
Paperback. When Sir Reginald Goodall died in 1990, at the age of 88, he had already acquired cult status and was considered one of the greatest Wagner conductors of our times. This book examines the mysteries of Goodall's early career, his Fascist sympathies, his remarkable late flowering and the renewed fame of his last 20 years. Num Pages: 264 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white plates. BIC Classification: AVH; BGF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 158 x 18. Weight in Grams: 444.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Boydell & Brewer Ltd
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843835172
- ISBN
- 9781843835172
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 29.00
€ 33.99
€ 29.00
Paperback. Now available in paperback to coincide with the 50th anniversary of his death, this biography corrects many of the myths surrounding the often controversial Thomas Beecham. Num Pages: 416 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: AVH; BGF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 155 x 31. Weight in Grams: 676. Fine copy
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Boydell & Brewer Ltd
- Condition
- Used, Like New
- SKU
- KKD0009048
- ISBN
- 9781843836261
Paperback
Condition: Used, Like New
€ 17.95
€ 17.95
Hardcover. Num Pages: 200 pages, 176 colour and black and white photos. BIC Classification: APB; APFB; BGF; WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 211 x 285 x 21. Weight in Grams: 1176. No dust jacket, as issued
- Publisher
- Tuttle Publishing
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- Hardcover with Jacket
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780804844079
- ISBN
- 9780804844079
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 25.61
€ 25.61
Paperback. Bruce Lee formulated a complex personal philosophy that extolled the virtues of knowledge and total mastery of one's self. This book reveals secrets as: seeing the totality of life and putting things into perspective; understanding the concept of Yin and Yang; and, defeating adversity by adapting to circumstances. Num Pages: 240 pages, 30 b&w photographs. BIC Classification: APF; BGF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 179 x 16. Weight in Grams: 350.
- Publisher
- McGraw-Hill
- Number of pages
- 240
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780809231942
- ISBN
- 9780809231942
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 22.54
€ 31.99
€ 22.54
Paperback. Presents a backstage view of the author's own struggle, crisis, and discovery, revealing the early life and career that took place out of the public eye and before he became a nationally known star. In this title, he raises the curtain on the making of one of our most beloved actors. Num Pages: 336 pages, Photos Throughout. BIC Classification: APB; APF; APT; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 152 x 205 x 20. Weight in Grams: 254.
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 336
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780061734984
- ISBN
- 9780061734984
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 16.83
€ 18.99
€ 16.83
Paperback. The first-ever collection of the letters of John Lennon, now available in paperback. Editor(s): Davies, Hunter. Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: AVGP; AVH; BGFA; BJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 361 x 31. Weight in Grams: 404.
- Publisher
- Orion Publishing Co
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780225036
- ISBN
- 9781780225036
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.31
€ 17.99
€ 13.31