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Paperback. Organized chronologically by topic, Seize, Burn, or Sink contains over 3,000 quotations from Sir Horatio Nelson. Moreover, the addition of a chronology of Lord Nelson's life, a bibliography, and maps and photos further enhance the usefulness of Sir Horatio's quotes. Num Pages: 672 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1DBK; BGH; HBJD1; HBLL; HBTM; JWF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 154 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1057.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 672
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810857810
- ISBN
- 9780810857810
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 208.05
€ 208.05
Paperback. Examines the aspects of Hannah Arendt's life and thought including: her complex identity as a German Jew; her commitment to and critique of Zionism and the state of Israel; her works on "totalitarianism", Nazism, and the Eichmann trial; and, her intimate and tense connections to German culture. Editor(s): Aschheim, Steven E. Num Pages: 440 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FBH; BGH; JFC; JPA; JPF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 31. Weight in Grams: 481.
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Number of pages
- 440
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520220577
- ISBN
- 9780520220577
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 28.64
€ 38.99
€ 28.64
Hardcover. No composer contributed more to film than Bernard Herrmann, who in over 40 scores enriched the work of such directors as Orson Welles, Alfred Hitchcock, Francois Truffaut, and Martin Scorsese. This biography explores the interrelationships between Herrmann's music and his turbulent personal life. Num Pages: 400 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: AVH; BG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 159 x 25. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Edition
- First Edition ~1st Printing
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520071230
- ISBN
- 9780520071230
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 62.98€ 49.59
€ 62.98
€ 49.59
Paperback. Bernard Herrmann is a music composer who in over 40 scores enriched the work of directors like Orson Welles, Alfred Hitchcock, Francois Truffaut, and Martin Scorsese. He scored for "Fahrenheit 451", "The Day the Earth Stood Still", and "Psycho". This title is his biography exploring the inter-relationships between his music and his personal life. Num Pages: 429 pages, 31 b/w photographs. BIC Classification: AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 155 x 33. Weight in Grams: 704.
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Number of pages
- 429
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Edition
- First Edition, With a New Preface
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520229396
- ISBN
- 9780520229396
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 29.44
€ 40.99
€ 29.44
Paperback. A celebration of the life and engineering achievements of Isambard Kingdom Brunel by two of the world's foremost authorities. Num Pages: 208 pages, 50. BIC Classification: BGT; TNCJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 131 x 17. Weight in Grams: 242.
- Publisher
- Orion Publishing Co
- Number of pages
- 208
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Edition
- 2006 Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780753821251
- ISBN
- 9780753821251
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.76
€ 13.99
€ 11.76
Paperback. Second edition of highly accessible biography of the founder of modern Zionism, published to mark the centenary of his death in 1904. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: BGH; JFSR1; JPFN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 117 x 17. Weight in Grams: 204.
- Publisher
- Halban Publishers
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781870015905
- ISBN
- 9781870015905
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.12
€ 13.99
€ 11.12
Paperback. From original Guns N' Roses drummer Steven Adler comes a tale of sex, drugs, excess, hairspray and and intense 20-year struggle with addiction. Num Pages: 304 pages, (2x8pp plates). BIC Classification: AVGT; AVH; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 130 x 25. Weight in Grams: 232.
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Number of pages
- 304
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780007368488
- ISBN
- 9780007368488
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.76
€ 13.99
€ 11.76
Paperback. The co-founder of the Apple computer tells his exclusive story for the first time Num Pages: 352 pages, 2x8pp colour photos. BIC Classification: BGT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 130 x 24. Weight in Grams: 284.
- Publisher
- Headline Publishing Group United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 352
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780755314089
- ISBN
- 9780755314089
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 11.92
€ 15.99
€ 11.92
Paperback. The incredible journey of the world's most recorded song through an astonishing diversity of musical genres, from gospel to heavy metal, to become a cultural icon. Num Pages: 304 pages, B&W Halftones. BIC Classification: AVGD; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 131 x 20. Weight in Grams: 246.
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- Publisher
- Lion Hudson Plc London
- Number of pages
- 304
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- New
- SKU
- KNW0007896
- ISBN
- 9780745951782
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 5.49
€ 5.49
Paperback. A fascinating account of how a young farming boy from Cornwall went on to become an England and British Lions great. Num Pages: 168 pages, 50. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWC; BGS; WSJF; WSJF1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 174 x 15. Weight in Grams: 244.
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445652917
- ISBN
- 9781445652917
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 24.33
€ 25.99
€ 24.33
Paperback. The definitive biography of motor cycling legend Barry Sheene Num Pages: 240 pages, Section: 16, colour. BIC Classification: BGS; WSPM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 127 x 19. Weight in Grams: 182.
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Book Group
- Number of pages
- 240
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780751539325
- ISBN
- 9780751539325
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 12.61
€ 15.99
€ 12.61
paperback. Legendary comedian and actor Steve Martin's memoir of his early years in showbusiness Num Pages: 224 pages, photographs throughout. BIC Classification: APB; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 131 x 18. Weight in Grams: 216.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Pocket Books
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- UK ed.
- SKU
- V9781847391483
- ISBN
- 9781847391483
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 12.61
€ 15.99
€ 12.61
Paperback. John de Courcy was a Knight of noble birth but bleak prospects. He fought his way to the notice of Henry II who laughingly granted him Ulster "provided he could conquer it by force". John won his chance at the Battle of Downpatrick in 1177 and ruled his Norman lordship from Carrickfergus Castle until his demise at the hands of King John. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKN; 1DBR; 3H; BGH; HBJD1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 198 x 12. Weight in Grams: 180.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Colourpoint Books
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780730691
- ISBN
- 9781780730691
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 10.89
€ 10.89
Hardback. Series: Potent Quotables. Num Pages: 144 pages, 10. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGH; HBJK; HBLW3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 172 x 170 x 16. Weight in Grams: 249.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Towlehouse Publishing United States
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781931249058
- ISBN
- 9781931249058
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 15.90
€ 16.99
€ 15.90
Paperback. Steve Davis was just a rookie from Plumstead, south London, learning how to play from an old book his snooker-obsessed father had given him, when an encounter with Barry Hearn changed his life forever. This book deals with his life and work. Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 129 x 197 x 28. Weight in Grams: 308.
- Publisher
- Ebury Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780091958657
- ISBN
- 9780091958657
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 17.77
€ 23.99
€ 17.77
hardcover. Failing to get into any of the London-based drama schools, the author accepted a place at Manchester Polytechnic School of Theatre and before graduating had been given his first break as a voice artist on the satirical puppet show Spitting Image. This book deals with authors childhood surrounded by foster kids, his teenage years and more. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: APB; APFB; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 166 x 244 x 36. Weight in Grams: 686. Good clean copy, with light nicks and tears to dust jacket
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Century
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KMO0001329
- ISBN
- 9781780891712
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 5.70
€ 5.70
Paperback. BIC Classification: BGFA. Dimension: 155 x 233 x 33. Weight in Grams: 552.
- Publisher
- Cornerstone
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9781780892399
- ISBN
- 9781780892399
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.00€ 6.00
€ 18.00
€ 6.00
Paperback. Steve Coogan was born and raised in Manchester in the 1960s, the fourth of six children. The late eighties and early nineties saw Coogan developing characters he could perform on the comedy circuit, from Ernest Moss to Paul Calf, and in 1992 he won a Perrier award with John Thomson. This book tells his story. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: APB; APFB; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 196 x 29. Weight in Grams: 308.
- Publisher
- Cornerstone
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780099585930
- ISBN
- 9780099585930
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 11.90
€ 15.99
€ 11.90
Paperback. The Revd Ian Paisley is unique in having founded both a successful church and a successful and hugely influential political party. Steve Bruce traces Paisley's career and his impact on Ulster politics, and in doing so poses vital questions concerning the relationship between politics and society. Num Pages: 328 pages, 19 tables. BIC Classification: 1DBKN; BGH; HBJD1; HBLW3; HRCC93; JPHL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 139 x 19. Weight in Grams: 412. 8vo. Very good Copy. First edition. Politics and politicians in 20th century Ireland.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KEX0310205
- ISBN
- 9780199565719
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 20.00
€ 20.00
Paperback. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 130. .
- Publisher
- Empire Publications Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781909360396
- ISBN
- 9781909360396
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.99€ 10.29
€ 11.99
€ 10.29
Paperback. At two, Ollie lost all his speech, as autism turned his life into a baffling challenge. Ollie had extraordinary courage and endurance. Time after time he bounced back, determined to enjoy life. He was obstinate, mischievous, playful, flirtatious, quixotic, funny. This is the story of the journey of Ollie. Num Pages: 416 pages, 16. BIC Classification: BG; VFJB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 132 x 26. Weight in Grams: 345. Used paperback, in good condition. Some shelf wear.
- Condition
- Used, Good
- Publisher
- Cornerstone
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- SKU
- KRF0037434
- ISBN
- 9780099478799
Paperback
Condition: Used, Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. 200 years after his birth, this book assesses David Livingstone's life, impact and legacy. Num Pages: 224 pages, 8pp b/w plate section. BIC Classification: 1HF; 3JH; BGH; HRCX7; RGR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 131 x 16. Weight in Grams: 166.
- Publisher
- Lion UK
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- New edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745955681
- ISBN
- 9780745955681
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 14.54
€ 15.99
€ 14.54
Paperback. Poet and musician, Lady Anne Barnard lived at the heart of Georgian society. High-born yet egalitarian, she travelled to France to observe the Revolution, rejected numerous suitors, and lived independently. Her curious ways attracted gossip right into her final years when she raised an illegitimate child at her home in Berkeley Square. Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; 1DDF; 3JF; BGH; HBTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Faber & Faber
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780571311125
- ISBN
- 9780571311125
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 12.99€ 5.70
€ 12.99
€ 5.70
Paperback. Edward Pellew, captain of the legendary Indefatigable, was quite simply the greatest frigate captain in the age of sail. An incomparable seaman, ferociously combative yet chivalrous, a master of the quarterdeck and an athlete of the tops, he was as quick to welcome a gallant foe into his cabin as to dive to the rescue of a man overboard. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; BGH; JWF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 197 x 128 x 24. Weight in Grams: 304.
- Publisher
- Faber & Faber
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- Main
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780571277124
- ISBN
- 9780571277124
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 14.33
€ 17.99
€ 14.33