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Biography: arts & entertainment

Paperback. This is a chronological study of the musical life of the Beatles, from 1956 up to 1965. The main focus is on the materials and structures of the Beatles' melodies, harmonies, counterpoint, rhythms, and the ways these portray the themes of their poetry. The book also addresses performance practice, recording procedure, historical context and more. Num Pages: 472 pages, numerous music examples and 6 maps. BIC Classification: 3JJPG; 3JJPK; AVGP; BGF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 157 x 27. Weight in Grams: 666.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc United States
Number of pages
472
Condition
New
SKU
V9780195141054
ISBN
9780195141054
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 77.70

Hardback. A panoramic look at art in America in the second half of the twentieth century, through the eyes of the visionary curator who helped shape it. Num Pages: 336 pages, 16-page color insert; black and white photos throughout. BIC Classification: BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155. .
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781632865298
ISBN
9781632865298
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 26.57

George Gershwin lived with purpose and gusto, but with melancholy as well, for he was unable to make a place for himself - no family of his own and no real home in music. This book presents the story of this legendary American composer. Num Pages: 216 pages, 33 photographs. BIC Classification: AVGC6; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 241 x 162 x 22. Weight in Grams: 552.
Publication date
2009
Publisher
University of Illinois Press United States
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780252034442
ISBN
9780252034442
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.72

Paperback. More outrageous than Julia Phillip's 'You'll Never Eat Lunch in this Town Again', more star-studded than Robert Evans's 'The Kid Stays in the Picture', this is the soul-baring memoir of the record industry's most outspoken - and self-destructive - music mogul. Num Pages: 320 pages, 16pp of b/w. BIC Classification: AVGP; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 136 x 199 x 23. Weight in Grams: 220.
Publisher
Little, Brown Book Group United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780349118901
ISBN
9780349118901
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.92

Paperback. In the vein of Sheila Hancock's The Two of Us: a touching, funny, personal memoir of much-loved comedian and national treasure Linda Smith, written by her partner of 23 years. Num Pages: 336 pages, 16pp plate section. BIC Classification: APW; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 134 x 25. Weight in Grams: 258.
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
SKU
KNW0008884
ISBN
9780340932797
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Hardback. Contrary to the widely held opinion that most of our hit and standard songs were composed by a handful of top writers-Berlin, Gershwin, Kern, Porter, and Rodgers-the fact is that the vast majority of them were written by relatively unknown composers. Series: Studies in Jazz. Num Pages: 784 pages, 57 photographs, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: AVGJ; AVGK; AVH; BGF; GBCR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 222 x 146 x 50. Weight in Grams: 975.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
784
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810835702
ISBN
9780810835702
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 245.70

Paperback. Mick Ronson was a lot more than just the guitarist for Ziggy Stardust. This fully updated first biography is full of first-hand recollections by those who were closest to him including a foreword by his wife Suzi and a hand-written speech by his daughter Lisa. BIC Classification: AVGP; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. .
Publisher
John Blake Publishing Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
Reissue
Condition
New
SKU
V9781786062680
ISBN
9781786062680
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.74

Hardback. A high-powered music manager reflects on his forty-year career, working with Michael Jackson, Paul McCartney, and Madonna, his friendships with Gladys Knight, Quincy Jones, and Curtis Mayfield, and the huge, often detrimental changes he witnessed within the industry. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: APB; AV; BGF; BM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 160 x 25. Weight in Grams: 484.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780762791446
ISBN
9780762791446
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 21.98

Paperback. Now in Paperback! Legendary music manager, Ron Weisner, finally shares his story of what it was like to work with Michael Jackson, Madonna, and Paul McCartney, among others, while also witnessing huge changes in the music industry Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: AVGP; BGFA; KNTF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 140 x 17. Weight in Grams: 20.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781493008568
ISBN
9781493008568
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 15.95

Paperback. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 424 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: APF; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 214 x 168 x 26. Weight in Grams: 581.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
424
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810852181
ISBN
9780810852181
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 114.63

Hardback. Carl Davis's fascinating story gives an insight into the prolific composing and conducting career of one of the world's most celebrated film and television composers. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; 3JM; AVH; AVQ; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 274 x 27. Weight in Grams: 570.
Publisher
Faber Music Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780571539581
ISBN
9780571539581
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 45.99
€ 37.47

Hardcover. Translator(s): Bell, Anthea. Num Pages: 368 pages, 41 halftones. BIC Classification: APB; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 139. .
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226019116
ISBN
9780226019116
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 35.99
€ 28.48

Hardback. This first full-length biography of a legendary and award-winning Hollywood writer, producer, and director (Duck Soup, My Favorite Wife, An Affair to Remember, Going My Way, andThe Bells of St. Marys) explores the directors life as filtered through his art. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: APF; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 151 x 25. Weight in Grams: 562.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810852631
ISBN
9780810852631
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 114.51

Hardback. The dramatic tale of the life of Thelma White, who is remembered today mostly for her role in the cult classic Reefer Madness, and for her five marriages, only three of which were to men. Her autobiography provides an invaluable record of the life of a performer in the entertainment industry in the 20th century, especially in the 30s and 40s. Series: Studies & Documentation in the History of Popular Entertainment. Num Pages: 376 pages, 2 b&w photographs, index. BIC Classification: 3JJ; APB; APF; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 146 x 24. Weight in Grams: 540.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
376
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810841260
ISBN
9780810841260
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 114.36

Paperback. Star of the E! hit series Kendra comes a humorous memoir that captures the spirit of one of the most beloved Playboy cover models in history Num Pages: 256 pages, 8-page color insert. BIC Classification: BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 151 x 229 x 16. Weight in Grams: 274.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Gallery
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781439180921
ISBN
9781439180921
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 18.24

Paperback. An original and highly entertaining memoir from a music icon. Num Pages: 256 pages, 8pp plate section of b&w photos. BIC Classification: AVGP; AVH; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 128 x 25. Weight in Grams: 250.
Publisher
Abacus
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9780349142005
ISBN
9780349142005
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 12.61

Paperback. Fine copy
Condition
Used, Like New
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Little, Brown Book Group
Publication date
2012
SKU
KST0035415
ISBN
9780751550122
Paperback
Condition: Used, Like New

€ 4.99

Paperback. Num Pages: 280 pages, 25. BIC Classification: APB; APT; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 450.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
ECW Press,Canada Canada
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
SKU
V9781770410527
ISBN
9781770410527
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 20.01

Paperback. Charts the journey by which Kathy Hepburn of Hartford, Connecticut, became the star who dazzled audiences for decades in the company of such luminaries as Cary Grant, Jimmy Stewart, and, most memorably, Spencer Tracy, with whom she made nine movies and conducted a long off-screen romance. Num Pages: 656 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJP; APB; APFA; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 128 x 45. Weight in Grams: 540.
Publisher
Faber & Faber
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
Main
Condition
New
SKU
V9780571229789
ISBN
9780571229789
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

Paperback. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: APB; APTD; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 197 x 20. Weight in Grams: 222.
Publisher
Pan Macmillan
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
Main Market Ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781509811434
ISBN
9781509811434
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.05

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