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Paperback. A revealing insight into the remarkable life of the First World War heroine who saved hundreds of lives. Num Pages: 512 pages. BIC Classification: 3JJF; BGH; MQC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 198 x 40. Weight in Grams: 470.
Publisher
Quercus Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781784291327
ISBN
9781784291327
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.39

Paperback. The scandalous life of one of England's great eccentrics. Num Pages: 432 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: BGL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 205 x 161 x 37. Weight in Grams: 408.
Publisher
Quercus Publishing
Number of pages
432
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780878782
ISBN
9781780878782
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.03

Hardcover. Rare is the man with the force of character, powers of leadership, and variety of cultural, scientific and spiritual interests of Elihu Yale (1649-1721). This book explores Elihu Yale's life in the society of Madras and London, and his interests, including musical and scientific instruments and books, and then turns to a study of Yale. Num Pages: 288 pages, 140 illustrations, 120 in colour. BIC Classification: 3JD; 3JF; BGB; BGH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 170 x 234 x 34. Weight in Grams: 944.
Publisher
Thames & Hudson Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Edition
01st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780500517260
ISBN
9780500517260
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 37.19

Paperback. A man full of contradictions: he who achieved so much 'blew it' later in life, declining into scandal, failure and even farce. A unique man ahead of his time, he lived a large part of his life among pirates yet managed to preserve what Coleridge called his exquisite refinement of mind. A classic example of the best narrative history Num Pages: 512 pages, Illustrations, maps, ports. BIC Classification: BGH; HBTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 32. Weight in Grams: 362.
Publisher
Transworld Publishers Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
512
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780552772105
ISBN
9780552772105
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.80

Paperback. Critically acclaimed biography of one of England's best loved composers, with a full discussion and evaluation of his works. Num Pages: 334 pages, 26, 25 black & white illustrations, 1 black & white line drawings, 25 black and white, 1. BIC Classification: AVGC6; AVH; BGF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 24. Weight in Grams: 528.
Publisher
Boydell & Brewer Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
352
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843836025
ISBN
9781843836025
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.54

Paperback. Anton Chekhov's barbed comment suggests the climate in which Sophia Parnok was writing, and is an added testament to the strength and confidence with which she pursued both her personal and artistic life. Parnok was not a political activist, and she had no engagement with the feminism vogueish in young Russian intellectual circles. Series: Sophia Parnok. Num Pages: 382 pages, 20 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DVUA; 2AGR; BG; DCF; DSBF; DSBH; DSC; JFSK1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 217 x 140 x 28. Weight in Grams: 544.
Publisher
NYU Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814712214
ISBN
9780814712214
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 30.71

Paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages, 60 b/w photos. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGA; JFSJ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 255 x 177 x 14. Weight in Grams: 476.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Caitlin Press Canada
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781894759861
ISBN
9781894759861
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 17.33

Paperback. This fascinating book tells the stories of four women who became deeply involved in crime, giving vivid chronicles of the times in which they lived. Editor(s): Carlen, Pat; Christina, Diana; et al. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: BGA; JFFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 219 x 146 x 19. Weight in Grams: 296.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1985
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745600888
ISBN
9780745600888
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.94

Paperback. Born to a British father and a Chinese mother, Winnifred Eaton (1875-1954) decided to capitalize on her exotic appearance. This work chronicles the sometimes desperate, sometimes canny, and always bold course of her career as a journalist, a bestselling novelist, and a Hollywood scriptwriting protegee of Carl Laemmle at Universal Studios. Series: The Asian American Experience. Num Pages: 296 pages, 27 photographs. BIC Classification: 1K; BG; GTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 19. Weight in Grams: 422.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University of Illinois Press United States
Number of pages
296
Condition
New
SKU
V9780252073885
ISBN
9780252073885
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 22.91

Hardback. Num Pages: 348 pages, b/w photos. BIC Classification: BG; JMAF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 165 x 24. Weight in Grams: 708.
Publisher
Daimon Verlag Switzerland
Number of pages
348
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Edition
1st
Condition
New
SKU
V9783856306267
ISBN
9783856306267
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 55.85
€ 44.05

Paperback. Born into great wealth, Walker, now in her 80s, chose to step beyond the chaperoned world of privilege, becoming a pilot in the Air Transport Auxiliary, and going on to break the speed record for women pilots. This book gives an insight into the life of a very special woman. Num Pages: 256 pages, 32pp photographs. BIC Classification: BG; HBJD; HBWQ; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 346.
Publisher
Grub Street United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
New ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9781904010319
ISBN
9781904010319
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.20

Paperback. Diana Athill, born in 1917, made her reputation as a writer with the candour of her memoirs. Celebrating her life and writing, this title brings together four of her best-loved memoirs, spanning her very English childhood, her life and loves during World War II, her publishing career at Andre Deutsch, and her reflections on old age. Num Pages: 784 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: BGLA; BM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 45. Weight in Grams: 556.
Publisher
Granta Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847081469
ISBN
9781847081469
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 12.99

Hardcover. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJ; BGH; HBJD1; JFSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 241 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 470.
Publisher
The History Press
Number of pages
192
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752471211
ISBN
9780752471211
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 20.65

Paperback. The story of the other Mitford, Pamela Num Pages: 192 pages, 15 black & white illustrations, 8 black & white plates. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JJ; BGH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 131 x 197 x 18. Weight in Grams: 236.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750966993
ISBN
9780750966993
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.39

Paperback. Dhan Gopal Mukerji (1890-1936) holds the distinction of being the first South Asian immigrant to have a successful career in the United States as a man of letters. This reissue of his autobiography, with a new introduction and afterword, seeks to revitalize interest in Mukerji and his work. Editor(s): Chang, Gordon G.; Gupta, Akhil; Manekar, Purnima. Series: Asian America. Num Pages: 288 pages, 6 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FKA; 1KBB; BGH; JFC; JFSC; JHMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5487 x 3556 x 16. Weight in Grams: 336.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Stanford University Press United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780804744348
ISBN
9780804744348
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 26.29

Hardcover. The incredible life story of one of the 20th century's most important designers, who knew everyone from Hemingway to Picasso. Num Pages: 216 pages. BIC Classification: AKB; AKP; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 241 x 21. Weight in Grams: 616.
Publisher
Phaidon Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Prima edizione (First Edition)
Condition
New
SKU
V9780714869537
ISBN
9780714869537
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 18.86

Hardcover. Num Pages: 291 pages. BIC Classification: BG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 157 x 25. Weight in Grams: 658.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
291
Condition
New
SKU
V9781604568585
ISBN
9781604568585
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 71.31
€ 50.42

Paperback. Hollywood couple and bestselling authors DeVon Franklin and Meagan Good promote abstinence before marriage in order to transform their relationships. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: 3JJ; 3JM; BGFA; VFVG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 212 x 139. .
Publisher
Howard Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781501123481
ISBN
9781501123481
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 15.26

Paperback. This is the Archbishop's personal account of his experience as head of South Africa's Truth and Reconciliation Commission broadening the debate on the merits of reconciliation after conflict with observations, based on visits to, and experience of Northern Ireland, the Middle East, Dachau and Rwanda. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: 1HFMS; BGH; HRC; HRLP1; JPVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 127 x 15. Weight in Grams: 182.
Publisher
Rider
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780712604857
ISBN
9780712604857
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 14.96

Paperback. Erasmus Darwin is now recognized by many as one of the most extraordinary figures of the 18th century - a many-sided genius, almost as prolific in invention as Leonardo and whose insights are still moulding the 20th century. This volume documents his life, works and influence. Num Pages: 448 pages, 55 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: BGH; PD; PS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 159 x 32. Weight in Grams: 700.
Publisher
Giles de la Mare Publishers United Kingdom
Number of pages
448
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Condition
New
SKU
V9781900357081
ISBN
9781900357081
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 22.12

Paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: BGA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 135 x 17. Weight in Grams: 286.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Brandon / Mount Eagle Publications Ltd Kerry
Number of pages
256
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KNW0010427
ISBN
9780863223648
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: BGA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 135 x 17. Weight in Grams: 286. As new
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Brandon / Mount Eagle Publications Ltd Kerry
Number of pages
256
Condition
Used, Like New
SKU
KEX0220943
ISBN
9780863223648
Paperback
Condition: Used, Like New

€ 4.99

Paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: BGA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 135 x 17. Weight in Grams: 286. As new
Publisher
Brandon / Mount Eagle Publications Ltd Kerry
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
Used, Like New
SKU
KEX0220813
ISBN
9780863223648
Paperback
Condition: Used, Like New

€ 4.99

Paperback. Elsie Clews Parsons was a pioneering feminist, eminent anthropologist and ardent social critic who challenged Americans to develop flexible and dynamic gender, family and social arrangements. This biography examines the connections linking Parsons' intellectual commitments to her life experience. Series: Women in Culture and Society Series. Num Pages: 538 pages, 52 halftones, 4 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2ABM; BG; DSBH; DSK; JFSJ1; JHM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 151 x 34. Weight in Grams: 706.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
538
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226139081
ISBN
9780226139081
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 31.41

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