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Paperback. It's the late 1970s and 20-something Christopher Fowler is a film freak, obsessively watching lousy films in run-down fleapit cinemas. He longs to be a famous screenwriter and put his dreams on the big screen. And so he heads for Wardour Street, Britain's equivalent of Hollywood. This book tells his story. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: APF; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 128 x 22. Weight in Grams: 248.
Publisher
Transworld Publishers Ltd
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857501790
ISBN
9780857501790
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 13.47

Paperback. This paperback edition is updated to include new insights into Holst's life and work resulting from the discovery of important unseen archival materials. Editor(s): Grogan, Christopher. Series: Aldeburgh Studies in Music. Num Pages: 522 pages, 54, 2 colour, 52 black and white. BIC Classification: AVGC6; AVH; BGF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1182. Series: Aldeburgh Studies in Music. 522 pages, 54, 2 colour, 52 black and white. Editor(s): Grogan, Christopher. This paperback edition is updated to include new insights into Holst's life and work resulting from the discovery of important unseen archival materials. Cateogry: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. BIC Classification: AVGC6; AVH; BGF. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 35. Weight: 1180.
Publisher
Boydell & Brewer Ltd
Number of pages
522
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843835998
ISBN
9781843835998
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 34.20

Paperback. This searching biography takes a fresh look at this elusive and misunderstood genius. Series: Musical Lives. Num Pages: 228 pages, 20 b/w illus. BIC Classification: AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 215 x 142 x 15. Weight in Grams: 304. Series: Musical Lives. 228 pages, 20 b/w illus. This searching biography takes a fresh look at this elusive and misunderstood genius. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: AVH; BGF. Dimension: 215 x 142 x 15. Weight: 312.
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Number of pages
228
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521595124
ISBN
9780521595124
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.55

Paperback. The tenor, Peter Pears, contributed to British musical life through his own singing, and as the inspiration of Benjamin Britten. This biography includes an account of Pears's childhood and school days at Lancing College, his academic career at Oxford and his early professional work as a BBC singer. Num Pages: 320 pages, 16pp photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; AVGC9; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 213 x 134 x 28. Weight in Grams: 460.
Publisher
Faber & Faber United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Edition
Main
Condition
New
SKU
V9780571170722
ISBN
9780571170722
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 18.50

Paperback. The classic biography which explores the shocking drama of Kurt Cobain's troubled life Num Pages: 432 pages, 16 b&w photos. BIC Classification: AVGP; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 177 x 114 x 29. Weight in Grams: 240.
Publisher
Orion Publishing Co
Number of pages
416
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752844565
ISBN
9780752844565
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.92

Paperback. David Hockney's career has spanned and epitomised the art movements of the past five decades. Volume 1 covered his early life. This volume finds him flitting between Notting Hill and California, where he took inspiration for the swimming pool series of paintings. It also illuminates the glamorous circles he moved in, and his relationships. Num Pages: 448 pages. BIC Classification: ACXJ; AFC; AGB; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 177 x 234 x 32. Weight in Grams: 998.
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Cornerstone
Condition
New
Publication date
2017
SKU
V9781780890081
ISBN
9781780890081
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

Paperback. The authorised full story of the troubled and brilliant comic genius that was Kenneth Williams Num Pages: 464 pages, Insets integrated onto text paper for short run - extent has increased to 464. BIC Classification: APB; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 115 x 186 x 31. Weight in Grams: 306.
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton General Division
Number of pages
448
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
0th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848541979
ISBN
9781848541979
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.33

Paperback. An autobiography - combining song lyrics and memories - of Ireland's greatest musical icon and national hero. Num Pages: 576 pages, integrated b/w pics throughout. BIC Classification: AVGH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 195 x 130 x 35. Weight in Grams: 402.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780340830734
ISBN
9780340830734
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.51

Paperback. When George Klein was thirteen, he couldn't have known how important the new kid in class - the one with the guitar, the boy named Elvis - would become in his life. But from the first time GK (as he was nicknamed by Elvis) heard this kid sing, he knew that Elvis Presley was someone extraordinary. This is a memoir of George Klein. Num Pages: 336 pages, 1 Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: AVGP; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 128 x 21. Weight in Grams: 234.
Publisher
Virgin Publishing
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780753539538
ISBN
9780753539538
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.00
€ 16.83

Paperback. For 6,557 miles, from New York to Mississippi to Seattle, Chuck Klosterman decided to chase rock 'n' roll and death across a continent. 21 days later, after three relationships, an encounter with various snakes, and a night spent snorting cocaine in a graveyard, he started to order his thoughts on American culture and the meaning of celebrity. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 128 x 15. Weight in Grams: 206.
Publisher
Faber And Faber Ltd.
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
Main
Condition
New
SKU
V9780571223985
ISBN
9780571223985
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 12.61

Paperback. Num Pages: 305 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: APB; BGF; WDKX; WH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 179 x 130 x 22. Weight in Grams: 254.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Tyndale House Publishers United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
305
Condition
New
SKU
V9781414334493
ISBN
9781414334493
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 17.29

Paperback. Cilla Black is a phenomenon of truly iconic proportions. Since debuting on the showbiz circuit in 1963 she's conquered the mediums of TV, comedy and pop. As a singer she has released 14 studio albums, in addition to two successful "Greatest Hits" packages and 37 singles, many of which have charted world-wide. This is her autobiography. Num Pages: 416 pages, 32. BIC Classification: APB; APT; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 127 x 27. Weight in Grams: 344.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Ebury Press
Condition
New
SKU
9780091890353
ISBN
9780091890353
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.35

Hardcover. International supermodel Cindy Crawford chronicles her life and career, sharing stories and lessons learned, and featuring her most memorable images. Num Pages: 176 pages, 150 colour and black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: AKT; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 298 x 224 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1510.
Publisher
Rizzoli
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1St Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780847846191
ISBN
9780847846191
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 53.99
€ 50.54

Hardback. Num Pages: 128 pages, Color photos throughout, B&W photos throughout. BIC Classification: APB; APF; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 165 x 159 x 18. Weight in Grams: 346.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Running Press,U.S.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780762457960
ISBN
9780762457960
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.51

Paperback. Writing with grace, wit, and remarkable candor, actress Claire Bloom looks back at her crowded life: her accomplishments on stage and screen; her romantic liaisons with some of the great leading men of our era; and at "the most important relationship" of her life--her marriage to author Philip Roth. of photos. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: APB; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 127 x 20. Weight in Grams: 212.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Little Brown Hardbacks (a & C)
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9781844089444
ISBN
9781844089444
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 14.54

Hardcover. A memoir of Claire King's life - from behind-the-scenes gossip from the nation's favourite TV shows, to her string of romances with high-profile names from all walks of life. This book also tells about her heartbreak when her husband and "Emmerdale" co-star left her for another cast member. Num Pages: 288 pages, 4x8pp 2 colour sections, 2 b/w illustrations. BIC Classification: APB; APT; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 164 x 28. Weight in Grams: 594.
Condition
Used, Very Good
Edition
1st
Publisher
John Blake Publishing Ltd London
Number of pages
288
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
SKU
KNW0007838
ISBN
9781844542536
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 5.49

Paperback. A candid and ultimately inspirational memoir from the much-loved Steps star. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.). BIC Classification: AVGP; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 132 x 17. Weight in Grams: 218. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear.
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
Pan Macmillan
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2018
SKU
KTG0010799
ISBN
9781447217411
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. Acclaimed as the greatest comic actress of her day, Dora Jordan lived a quite different role off-stage as lover to Prince William, third son of George III. Unmarried, the pair lived in a villa on the Thames and had ten children together until William, under pressure from royal advisers, abandoned her. Num Pages: 480 pages, 16pp inset photos. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JF; APB; BGF; BGH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 132 x 30. Weight in Grams: 354.
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
448
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780241963296
ISBN
9780241963296
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 22.94

Paperback. Discusses the chameleonic performances of Marilyn Marilyn as woman, star, and text. In circling 'Marilyn country', this book also discusses Marilyn as text, since those who knew and did not know her - husbands, lovers, fans, writers, directors, co-stars, critics - have written about Marilyn differently, and endlessly. Num Pages: 174 pages, colour & b/w photos. BIC Classification: APF; BGF; JFC; JFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 158 x 15. Weight in Grams: 428.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
University Press of Southern Denmark Denmark
Number of pages
174
Condition
New
SKU
V9788776744809
ISBN
9788776744809
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 19.14

paperback. Clare Balding grew up in a rather unusual household. Her father a champion trainer, she shared her life with more than 100 thoroughbred racehorses, mares, foals and ponies, as well as an ever-present pack of boxers and lurchers. As a toddler she would happily ride the legendary Mill Reef and take breakfast with the Queen. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: APT; BGFA; WSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 22. Weight in Grams: 242.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Penguin Group
Condition
New
SKU
9780241959756
ISBN
9780241959756
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.14

Paperback. The inside story of Mr Clarence 'Big Man' Clemons, his life before, during, and beyond the E-Street Band, including unbelievable, never-before-told adventures with Bruce Springsteen. Num Pages: 416 pages, 16pp b/w photos. BIC Classification: AVGP; AVH; AVRN; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 28. Weight in Grams: 354.
Publisher
Little, Brown Book Group
Number of pages
416
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780751543469
ISBN
9780751543469
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.53

Hardback. Series: The Scarecrow Filmmakers Series. Num Pages: 334 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; APB; APFB; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 222 x 147 x 23. Weight in Grams: 544.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
334
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810830448
ISBN
9780810830448
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 142.16

Paperback. From the set of Dallas to her starring role on the sci-fi series Babylon 5, Claudia Christian's affairs with billionaires, supermodels, rock stars, and celebrities are mixed with shootings, heartbreak, and betrayal. This title deals with her tailspin descent into alcoholism and her redemption as she overcomes it with The Sinclair Method. Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: APT; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 154 x 21. Weight in Grams: 442.
Publisher
BenBella Books United States
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2021
Condition
New
SKU
V9781937856069
ISBN
9781937856069
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 19.73

Hardcover. Presenting records discovered after 1965, this book provides descriptions and supporting documentation of the events of Mozart's life. The book is organized so that documents dealing with the reception of Mozart's life are presented first and those on the reception of his music last. Num Pages: 200 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 3JF; AVGC4; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 488.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Edition
1st Uk Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333495865
ISBN
9780333495865
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 140.69

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