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Paperback. James Gavin gives the reader a full account of the dark journey that was trumpet-player Chet Baker's life, from his emergence in the 1950s on the West Coast, to his becoming, virtually overnight, a giant of "cool" jazz, until his mysterious death in Amsterdam in 1988. Num Pages: 464 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; AVGJ; AVGK; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 130 x 29. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Publisher
- Vintage Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 464
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780099590514
- ISBN
- 9780099590514
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.90
€ 19.99
€ 14.90
Paperback. Studs Terkel was an American icon who had no use for America's cult of celebrity. He was a leftist who valued human beings over political dogma. In scores of books and thousands of radio and television broadcasts, Studs paid attention - and respect - to "ordinary" human beings of all classes and colours Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; 3JMC; APW; BGF; JP; KNTD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 147 x 274 x 18. Weight in Grams: 288.
- Publisher
- Monthly Review Press,U.S.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781583675939
- ISBN
- 9781583675939
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 19.30
€ 20.99
€ 19.30
Hardcover. This biography explores the life and work of Denis Johnston, barrister, theatre director, film-maker, pioneering television producer, war correspondent, essayist and celebrated playwright. Bernard Adams brings light to the extraordinary secret life of a complex, self-doubting individual. Num Pages: 320 pages, b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBR; 2AB; BGF; DSBH; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 162 x 234 x 44. Weight in Grams: 736.
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Publisher
- The Lilliput Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 320
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781901866674
- ISBN
- 9781901866674
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 32.00€ 25.25
€ 32.00
€ 25.25
Hardback. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: BGF; BTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 152. .
- Publisher
- Chicago Review Press United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 1st
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781613730386
- ISBN
- 9781613730386
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 25.38
€ 27.99
€ 25.38
Paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: APB; APF; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 278 x 217 x 16. Weight in Grams: 724.
- Publisher
- Chicago Review Press United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- New
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781613747667
- ISBN
- 9781613747667
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 22.10
€ 22.10
Paperback. 'Nothing makes me happier than talking about depression. Packed with stories, humour and a bit of the serious stuff, I will literally write the book on how it feels to be told "Cheer up, Love"' Susan Calman Num Pages: 272 pages, B&W illustrations. BIC Classification: BGFA; BM; MMJ; VFJB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 131 x 198 x 25. Weight in Grams: 194.
- Publisher
- Hodder & Stoughton General Division
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- Paperback
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781473632042
- ISBN
- 9781473632042
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.05
€ 13.99
€ 11.05
Paperback. Takes you on the author's musical odyssey from being awkward 80s suburban pop geek to 90s jet-set Britpop goddess. In this book, with her band Sleeper, she goes from doing gigs in toilets to gigs in stadiums, and on to the big interviews, constant touring and endless excess via Top of the Pops. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: APB; AVGP; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 126 x 21. Weight in Grams: 226.
- Publisher
- Ebury Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780091936525
- ISBN
- 9780091936525
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.37
€ 17.99
€ 13.37
Hardcover. Meet Union J - the X Factor's newest boy band sensation. This is the full account of George, JJ, Josh and Jaymi's story so far. Num Pages: 256 pages, (2x8pp colour plates). BIC Classification: AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 241 x 171 x 26. Weight in Grams: 514. Good clean copy in dustwrapper. DW with minor shelf wear.
- Condition
- Used, Like New
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- SKU
- KTG0001454
- ISBN
- 9780007529490
Hardback
Condition: Used, Like New
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. A sweeping narrative of the greatest craftsman that ever lived and what became of the instruments he made Num Pages: 295 pages, 19 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: AVRL1; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 145 x 20. Weight in Grams: 232.
- Publisher
- Pan Books
- Number of pages
- 295
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- Reprints
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780330492591
- ISBN
- 9780330492591
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.20
€ 17.99
€ 13.20
Paperback. The first hilarious volume of comedy writer, journalist, radio DJ and screenwriter Danny Baker's memoir, and now the inspiration for the major BBC series CRADLE TO GRAVE, starring Peter Kay. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: BGA; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 130 x 198 x 22. Weight in Grams: 286.
- Publisher
- Orion Publishing Co
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780228778
- ISBN
- 9781780228778
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.99€ 10.23
€ 11.99
€ 10.23
Paperback. Non-fans regard Celine Dion as ersatz and plastic, yet to those who love her, no one could be more real, with her impoverished childhood, her manager-husband's struggle with cancer, her knack for howling out raw emotion. This book documents author's brave and unprecedented year-long quest to find his inner Celine Dion fan. Series: 33 1/3. Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: AVGP; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 166 x 122 x 9. Weight in Grams: 172.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Academic
- Number of pages
- 144
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780826427885
- ISBN
- 9780826427885
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.58
€ 13.99
€ 11.58
Paperback. Tells the story of one of Britain's most iconic singers, the man who recorded the very first James Bond theme song ("From Russia with Love"), represented his country in Eurovision's Song Contest and Royal Command and recorded the international hits "Softly as I Leave You", "Born Free", "Walk Away" and "Portrait of My Love". Num Pages: 768 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 130 x 54. Weight in Grams: 604.
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Publisher
- Titan Books
- Number of pages
- 768
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780857685612
- ISBN
- 9780857685612
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 12.83
€ 17.99
€ 12.83
Hardcover. Liz Fraser was one of British cinema's favourite leading ladies for three decades. Instantly recognisable as the star of five "Carry On" productions, she also appeared in the "Confessions" and "Adventures" films, as well as regularly appearing alongside such comedy legends as Tony Hancock and Peter Sellers. This book tells Liz's remarkable story. Num Pages: 248 pages, 50 colour and black-and-white. BIC Classification: APB; APF; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 164 x 28. Weight in Grams: 524.
- Publisher
- Signum Books (Imprint of Flashpoint Media Ltd) United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 248
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780956653413
- ISBN
- 9780956653413
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 17.42
€ 25.99
€ 17.42
Hardcover. Num Pages: 272 pages, 122 photos. BIC Classification: 1KJW; BGF; HBJK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 241 x 165 x 33. Weight in Grams: 740. The Extravagent Life and Times of Colin Tennant (Lord Glenconner). 320 pages, 122 photos. Colin Tennant (Lord Glenconner) used his immense wealth to lead an eccentric lifestyle amongst a glittering set of friends. Yet he had immense vision and taste as shown by drive to make the Isle of Mustique one of the most excluive destinations in the world. A remarkable but often tragic life. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1KJW; BGF; HBJK. Dimension: 241 x 165 x 33. Weight: 738.
- Publisher
- Bene Factum Publishing
- Number of pages
- 320
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781903071649
- ISBN
- 9781903071649
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 20.03
€ 26.99
€ 20.03
Paperback. Presents the scandalous saga of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood whose Bohemian lifestyle and intertwined love affairs shockingly broke 19th Century class barriers and bent the rules that governed the roles of the sexes. Num Pages: 432 pages, 16pp inset section. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JH; ACVM; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 26. Weight in Grams: 352.
- Publisher
- John Murray Press
- Number of pages
- 352
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781848540507
- ISBN
- 9781848540507
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.39
€ 17.99
€ 13.39
Paperback. Num Pages: 378 pages. BIC Classification: APB; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 173 x 110 x 24. Weight in Grams: 250.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Bantam
- Publication date
- 1996
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780553572339
- ISBN
- 9780553572339
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 9.99€ 8.55
€ 9.99
€ 8.55
Paperback. This close-up look at the life and music of Robert Johnson and his contributions to the evolution of blues music describes his obscurity during his own life, his innovative influence on American popular music, and how the history of blues music was shaped and transformed by white fans with different tastes and standards. Num Pages: 368 pages, Mixed media Mixed media. BIC Classification: AVGK; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 153 x 25. Weight in Grams: 392.
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 368
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- Book & CD
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780060524272
- ISBN
- 9780060524272
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 19.38
€ 19.99
€ 19.38
Paperback. Presents the personal account of the author who has led a rollercoaster life. This book tells how she overcame a string of emotional challenges: she has battled post-natal depression, endured a traumatic miscarriage and continually fought fears for the safety and health of her children and husband. Num Pages: 368 pages, col. Illustrations, ports. (chiefly col.). BIC Classification: BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 133 x 32. Weight in Grams: 348. Good clean copy with some reader wear.
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- Publisher
- Arrow
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- SKU
- KTM0005995
- ISBN
- 9780099510208
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. Presents the personal account of the author who has led a rollercoaster life. This book tells how she overcame a string of emotional challenges: she has battled post-natal depression, endured a traumatic miscarriage and continually fought fears for the safety and health of her children and husband. Num Pages: 368 pages, col. Illustrations, ports. (chiefly col.). BIC Classification: BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 133 x 32. Weight in Grams: 344. Good copy with some shelf wear
- Condition
- Used, Good
- Publisher
- Arrow
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- SKU
- KRA0011448
- ISBN
- 9780099510208
Paperback
Condition: Used, Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. Presents the tale of a cheeky little sod from Salford called Jason growing up surrounded by his properly most definitely shameless family and his discovery that being funny might actually get him somewhere. It's about being part of a big, northern, working-class family forever struggling with money, but never short on laughs or misadventures. Num Pages: 336 pages, ports. (chiefly col.). BIC Classification: BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 123 x 22. Weight in Grams: 236.
- Publisher
- Ebury Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780091939069
- ISBN
- 9780091939069
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 18.88
€ 26.99
€ 18.88
Paperback. Looks at the artistic coming of age of the greatest actress of her generation, from the homecoming float at her suburban New Jersey high school to her star-making roles in The Deer Hunter, Manhattan, and Kramer vs. Kramer. This book deals with Meryl Streep's rise stardom on the New York stage, and more. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: AN; APB; APF; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 130 x 252 x 19. Weight in Grams: 252.
- Publisher
- Faber & Faber
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- Main
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780571330997
- ISBN
- 9780571330997
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.40
€ 19.99
€ 14.40
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€ 16.83
€ 24.99
€ 16.83
Paperback. Written by Dorothy's good friend Johnny Tudor, this fascinating first biography of a Welsh singing phenomenon is an unprecedented insight into the glitz and glamour of 1940s and '50s Hollywood. Num Pages: 224 pages, 32 black & white illustrations, 16 black & white plates. BIC Classification: 1DBKW; 3JJ; AVGN; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156. .
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750979009
- ISBN
- 9780750979009
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.37
€ 19.99
€ 18.37
Hardcover. A page turning forensic biography of a secret Victorian life and love affair.Robert Bateman is an undeservedly forgotten Pre-Raphaelite artist, friend of Burne Jones, Walter Crane and others, and connected via his wife to the highest reaches of Victorian political and social life. Num Pages: 352 pages, 105. BIC Classification: ACVM; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 163 x 32. Weight in Grams: 922.
- Publisher
- Wilmington Square Books
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- F First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781908524386
- ISBN
- 9781908524386
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 41.99€ 36.73
€ 41.99
€ 36.73