Biography: arts & entertainment
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Biography: arts & entertainment
Paperback. In 1948, at the age of 15, Manu Dibango left Africa for France, bearing three kilos of coffee for his adopted family and little else. This autobiography chronicles his life, from his birth in Cameroon to his achievements as a composer, producer, performer, film-score writer and humanitarian. Translator(s): Raps, Beth G. Num Pages: 158 pages, 44 halftones. BIC Classification: AVGH; AVH; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 278 x 153 x 13. Weight in Grams: 283.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 158
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780226144900
- ISBN
- 9780226144900
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 23.01
€ 27.99
€ 23.01
Paperback. With his infectious energy and charisma, Gok Wan has an incredible gift of making women feel more confident within themselves. This title is a memoir of Gok that reveals all about his life changing period. It discusses what he learnt during this time that helped him bounce back to become a stylist to the stars, every woman's best friend. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: APT; BGFA; WJF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 128 x 25. Weight in Grams: 288.
- Publisher
- Ebury Publishing
- Number of pages
- 368
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780091938383
- ISBN
- 9780091938383
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.95
€ 19.99
€ 14.95
Paperback. Career-spanning biography of one of the most acclaimed and innovative musicians of the past three decades. Num Pages: 256 pages, 20 black and white and colour in plate section. BIC Classification: AVGP; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 217 x 25. Weight in Grams: 616.
- Publisher
- Jawbone Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781908279606
- ISBN
- 9781908279606
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.68
€ 19.99
€ 14.68
Hardcover. Num Pages: 112 pages, black & white illustrations, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 192 x 16. Weight in Grams: 576.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Time
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781618931146
- ISBN
- 9781618931146
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 19.40
€ 19.40
Paperback. The UK's biggest-selling classical artist reveals how her angelic voice has shot her to superstardom.. Num Pages: 320 pages, 40. BIC Classification: AVGC9; AVH; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 5. Weight in Grams: 338.
- Publisher
- Orion Publishing Co United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752884479
- ISBN
- 9780752884479
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.08
€ 13.99
€ 11.08
Paperback. A fascinating and witty account of the life of Tintin, his creator, and the phenomenon that they became. Num Pages: 336 pages, B&W inset. BIC Classification: AKLC; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 129 x 23. Weight in Grams: 242.
- Edition
- 01st Edition
- Publisher
- John Murray Press
- Number of pages
- 336
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781848546721
- ISBN
- 9781848546721
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.00€ 11.88
€ 13.00
€ 11.88
Hardback. Num Pages: 288 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: APB; APF; BGFA; BM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 166 x 237 x 29. Weight in Grams: 472.
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers Inc
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 1st
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780062469038
- ISBN
- 9780062469038
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 25.52
€ 30.99
€ 25.52
Paperback. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: APB; BGF; BM; JFSJ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 135 x 18. Weight in Grams: 294.
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers Inc
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780062469045
- ISBN
- 9780062469045
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 15.35
€ 16.99
€ 15.35
Paperback. A classic rock autobiography of Meat Loaf's bizarre life. After surviving an abusive childhood, during which he was almost murdered by his alcoholic father, he starred in one of the biggest stage and film musicals ever, then went on to record the third best-selling album of all time. This book shows the ups and downs of his life. Num Pages: 240 pages, 1x8 b/w + 1x8 colour illustration sections. BIC Classification: AVGP; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 126 x 18. Weight in Grams: 174.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Virgin Books
- Edition
- New Ed
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780753504437
- ISBN
- 9780753504437
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.37
€ 17.99
€ 13.37
Hardcover. Editor(s): Bray, Glenn; Young, Frank. Num Pages: 320 pages, 1. BIC Classification: AKLC; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 305 x 267 x 50. .
- Publisher
- Fantagraphics
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781606999943
- ISBN
- 9781606999943
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 52.65
€ 52.65
Paperback. The first biography of the elusive musician who influenced an entire generation of country songwriters as his tragic life became the stuff of legend Num Pages: 360 pages, 40 photographs. BIC Classification: AVGL; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 211 x 141 x 21. Weight in Grams: 410.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Hachette Books United States
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306816048
- ISBN
- 9780306816048
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 22.67
€ 25.99
€ 22.67
Paperback. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: BGF. Dimension: 234 x 153. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2020
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Book Group GB
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781408705124
- ISBN
- 9781408705124
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 15.06
€ 19.99
€ 15.06
Paperback. For the first time in paperback, and fully updated-the definitive history of the most popular rock-and-roll band of all time, the Eagles. Num Pages: 418 pages, 34 b&w photos. BIC Classification: 1KBB; AVGP; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 150 x 29. Weight in Grams: 592. The Untold Story of the Eagles. 420 pages, 34 b&w photos. For the first time in paperback, and fully updated-the definitive history of the most popular rock-and-roll band of all time, the Eagles. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1KBB; AVGP; BGF. Dimension: 230 x 150 x 29. Weight: 586.
- Publisher
- Hachette Books
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- New Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306813986
- ISBN
- 9780306813986
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 21.50
€ 23.99
€ 21.50
Paperback. There is a man blazing a trail across the silver screen, delivering performances of such blistering intensity that he has united critics and casual moviegoers alike. That man is Tom Hardy, and Living Life to the Max traces his rise to the top. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: APB; APF; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 131 x 197 x 21. Weight in Grams: 230.
- Publisher
- John Blake Publishing Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781782197560
- ISBN
- 9781782197560
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 10.86
€ 13.99
€ 10.86
Paperback. British television, stage and film actor Tom Hiddleston has a gift for playing the villain. BIC Classification: 1DBK; APB; APF; APT; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. .
- Publisher
- John Blake Publishing Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781786062673
- ISBN
- 9781786062673
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.99€ 10.10
€ 11.99
€ 10.10
Mixed media pr. Tom Talbert is a composer, arranger, bandleader and pianist. He has been a important influence on the jazz scene since the 1940s, when he formed his own band in Los Angeles. Later he moved to New York where he composed for Buddy Rich, Charlie Burnet and other giants of American jazz. Series: Studies in Jazz. Num Pages: 264 pages, 24 b&w photos. BIC Classification: AVGJ; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 151 x 21. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810848122
- ISBN
- 9780810848122
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 92.30
€ 92.30
Paperback. The first ever intimate portrait of Britain's best-loved, but little known, comedy entertainer. Fully authorised, and written by Cooper's friend and colleague John Fisher. Num Pages: 496 pages, 20 b/w, 20 col plates (24pp), Index. BIC Classification: APB; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 38. Weight in Grams: 492. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers London
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- SKU
- KAK0010825
- ISBN
- 9780007215119
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Hardback. Series: Studies in Jazz. Num Pages: 474 pages, Fr.Ill. BIC Classification: 3JJ; AVGJ; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 221 x 145 x 32. Weight in Grams: 703.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 474
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810829510
- ISBN
- 9780810829510
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 170.99
€ 170.99
Hardback. Num Pages: 232 pages, 24 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: AVGP; AVH; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 144 x 21. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Taylor Trade Publishing United States
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781630761745
- ISBN
- 9781630761745
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 21.86
€ 23.99
€ 21.86
Paperback. A name synonymous with ground-breaking music, Tony Visconti has worked with the most dynamic and influential names in pop, from T.Rex and Iggy Pop to David Bowie and U2. This is the compelling life story of the man who helped shape music history, and gives a unique, first-hand insight into life in London during the late 1960s and '70s. Num Pages: 400 pages, 10 b/w, 60 col plates (32pp). BIC Classification: AVG; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 128 x 26. Weight in Grams: 412.
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780007229451
- ISBN
- 9780007229451
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.00€ 11.37
€ 13.00
€ 11.37
Paperback. A compelling and detailed look at James Dean's final day and the context of his life Num Pages: 288 pages, Two 8-page photo inserts. BIC Classification: APB; APF; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 228 x 23. Weight in Grams: 532.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Applause Theatre & Cinema Books
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781480360303
- ISBN
- 9781480360303
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.99
€ 26.99
€ 23.99
Paperback. Num Pages: 464 pages, 100 b&w photos. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; ACXD2; AVRL; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 178 x 25. .
- Publisher
- MIT Press Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780262533584
- ISBN
- 9780262533584
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 29.82
€ 31.99
€ 29.82
Paperback. Num Pages: 368 pages, illustrations (black and white). BIC Classification: AVGP; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 133 x 24. Weight in Grams: 298.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781408859612
- ISBN
- 9781408859612
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.20
€ 17.99
€ 13.20
Hardback. On the 150th anniversary of his birth comes this monumental biography of conductor Arturo Toscanini, whose dramatic life was unparalleled among twentieth-century musicians. Num Pages: 992 pages, 80 photographs. BIC Classification: AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155. .
- Publisher
- WW Norton & Co
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781631492716
- ISBN
- 9781631492716
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 42.99€ 35.91
€ 42.99
€ 35.91