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Biography: general

Hardcover. Num Pages: 376 pages, 60 b/w illus. BIC Classification: 3JJ; BGS; HBT; WSL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 249 x 168 x 31. Weight in Grams: 984.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Museum Tusculanum Press Denmark
Edition
Har/DVD
Number of pages
376
Condition
New
SKU
V9788772898278
ISBN
9788772898278
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 67.74
€ 52.54

Paperback. This is an oral history of a second-generation, urban-born woman who struggles to survive in the poor, Andean city of La Paz. It shows how her identity shifts over time, shaped by the major events in her life. Topics range fron social networks to magical interventions and clairvoyant dreaming. Num Pages: 256 pages, 13 photos, 3 maps. BIC Classification: 1KLSL; BGHA; HBTD; JFSJ1; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 159 x 18. Weight in Grams: 408.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231104678
ISBN
9780231104678
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 33.72

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Dedalus Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
512
Condition
New
SKU
V9781907650574
ISBN
9781907650574
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.46

Paperback. I lived the same life as everyone else, the life of ordinary people, the masses. Sitting in a prison cell in the autumn of 1944, the German author Hans Fallada sums up his life under the National Socialist dictatorship, the time of inward emigration . BIC Classification: 2ACG; BGLA; DSBH; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 136 x 204 x 24. Weight in Grams: 350.
Publisher
Polity
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745669892
ISBN
9780745669892
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 21.03

Hardcover.

I lived the same life as everyone else, the life of ordinary people, the masses. Sitting in a prison cell in the autumn of 1944, Hans Fallada sums up his life under the National Socialist dictatorship, the time of inward emigration . Num Pages: 300 pages. BIC Classification: BGHA; BJ; HBWQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 155 x 26. Weight in Grams: 566.

Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Polity Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745669885
ISBN
9780745669885
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 21.99

Hardback. A biography of Carl Schurz, a German who took part in the 1848 revolution. He then went to America, where his ethnic connections enabled him to enter politics. He eventually became Secretary of the Interior. This book sheds light on the problems of immigration and the retention of ethnic identity. Series: North's Civil War. Num Pages: 386 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: BGH; JFFN; JPVH1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 160 x 30. Weight in Grams: 828.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Fordham University Press United States
Number of pages
386
Condition
New
Edition
2nd ed.
SKU
V9780823218547
ISBN
9780823218547
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 102.72

Paperback. A biography of Carl Schurz, a German who took part in the 1848 revolution. He then went to America, where his ethnic connections enabled him to enter politics. He eventually became Secretary of the Interior. This book sheds light on the problems of immigration and the retention of ethnic identity. Series: North's Civil War. Num Pages: 386 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: BGH; JFFN; JPVH1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 150 x 25. Weight in Grams: 592.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Fordham University Press United States
Number of pages
386
Condition
New
Edition
2nd ed.
SKU
V9780823218554
ISBN
9780823218554
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 41.76

Hardback. In this book, a leading historian takes the full measure of Lincoln's reputation. Drawing on a range of primary documents Hans Trefousse gives the voices of Lincoln's own time. Politicians and ordinary people, soldiers and statesmen, abolitionists and slaveholders alike, give a chorus of American opinion. Series: The North's Civil War. Num Pages: 216 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; BGH; HBJK; HBLL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 3895 x 5830 x 22. Weight in Grams: 397.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Fordham University Press United States
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
SKU
V9780823224685
ISBN
9780823224685
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 93.89

Hardback. Translator(s): Mitchell, Mike (Lecturer in German, University of Stirling). Series: SB-The German List. Num Pages: 296 pages. BIC Classification: BGLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 138 x 212 x 32. Weight in Grams: 452.
Publisher
Seagull Books London Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857423702
ISBN
9780857423702
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 22.46

Paperback. Num Pages: 114 pages, black & white illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: BG; PHVG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 7. Weight in Grams: 150.
Publisher
Springer
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1920
Edition
1920th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9783642504655
ISBN
9783642504655
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 68.21

Hardcover. Originally published: Hans von B'ulow. Die Briefe an Johannes Brahms. Tutzing: Hans Schneider, 1994. Editor(s): Hinrichsen, Hans-Joachim. Translator(s): Klohr, Cynthia. Num Pages: 170 pages, 13 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: AVGC5; AVH; BGF; BJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 161 x 17. Weight in Grams: 386.
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
170
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810882157
ISBN
9780810882157
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 145.11

Paperback. Stahl's classic book on Thucydides is one of the most profound and widely respected modern studies of the Athenian historian. Published in German in 1966 as Thukydides: Die Stellung des Menschen im geschichtlichen Prozess, it has not been available in English until now. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; BG; HBLA1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 431.
Publisher
Classical Press of Wales United Kingdom
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Condition
New
SKU
V9781905125326
ISBN
9781905125326
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 28.75

Paperback. Uncovers the iconoclastic genius and subtle charm behind Charlie Munger's curmudgeonly facade. This book presents an account of the family, personal, and business life of the idiosyncratically complex figure. Num Pages: 294 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: BGB; KFFM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 488.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Number of pages
294
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471446910
ISBN
9780471446910
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 23.57

Paperback. A groundbreaking new history of the first woman to rule England in her own right. Num Pages: 464 pages, Section: 8, colour pix. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JB; BGH; BGR; HBJD1; HBLH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 128 x 30. Weight in Grams: 380.
Publisher
Little, Brown Book Group United Kingdom
Number of pages
464
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780749909826
ISBN
9780749909826
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.35

Hardback. Genre-hopping, gender-bending: Bowie has never been afraid to push the boundaries. Num Pages: 96 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; APB; AVGP; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 141 x 118 x 17. Weight in Grams: 180.
Publisher
Hardie Grant Books (UK)
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781784880729
ISBN
9781784880729
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 9.59

Paperback. As a bestselling phenomenon and queen of the Regency Romance, Georgette Heyer is one of the most beloved historical novelists. This biography offers a glimpse into Georgette Heyer's world and that of her most memorable characters. It reveals a formidable, energetic woman, with an impeccable sense of style and, a love for all things Regency. Num Pages: 240 pages, b/w illustrations throughout. BIC Classification: 2AB; BG; DSBH; DSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 133 x 19. Weight in Grams: 178.
Publisher
Cornerstone United Kingdom
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780099493495
ISBN
9780099493495
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.08

Hardback. The first in-depth look at the life and career of Joss Whedon - creator of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and one of the most influential figures to emerge from American popular culture during the last quarter-century. Num Pages: 448 pages, 8-page b/w plates section. BIC Classification: APTD; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 241 x 156 x 38. Weight in Grams: 734. Fine in fine dustwrapper with some minor shelf wear
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
Quarto Publishing PLC
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
SKU
KAK0008166
ISBN
9781845137199
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. Henri Matisse was one of the most important and beloved artists of the twentieth century, rivalled only by his friend - and competitor - Pablo Picasso. This title reveals the origins of Matisse's astonishing talent and provides an insight into his life and work. Num Pages: 592 pages, 3 x 24pp. BIC Classification: ACX; AFC; BGH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 29. Weight in Grams: 430.
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd
Number of pages
592
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
First Edition Thus
Condition
New
SKU
V9780141030784
ISBN
9780141030784
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 15.04

Paperback. The rise and fall of Henry's notorious minister - the most corrupt Chancellor in English history Num Pages: 368 pages, 15. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JB; BGH; HBJD1; HBLH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 130 x 19. Weight in Grams: 254.
Edition
UK ed.
Publisher
Orion Publishing Co
Number of pages
368
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780753823613
ISBN
9780753823613
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.39

Paperback. Presents a comprehensive analysis of one of the significant thinkers of modern Europe. This book combines social and military history and psychological interpretation with a study of Clausewitz's military theories and of his unduly neglected historical and political writing. It is useful for anyone interested in Clausewitz and his theories. Num Pages: 496 pages, 5 halftones. BIC Classification: 1DFG; BGH; HBJD; HBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 233 x 164 x 29. Weight in Grams: 696.
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
496
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691131306
ISBN
9780691131306
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 33.56

Paperback. Compelling account of the first 35 years of a magnificent and ruthless monarch. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JB; BGH; HBJD1; HBLH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 131 x 25. Weight in Grams: 284.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Phoenix (an Imprint of The Orion Publishing Group Ltd )
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780753827710
ISBN
9780753827710
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.81

Paperback. Widely considered to be the most important biography of Nelson Mandela, Antony Sampson's remarkable book has been updated with an afterword by acclaimed South African journalist, John Battersby. Num Pages: 704 pages, 24 b/w plates (24pp), (3 x 8pp B&W), With index. BIC Classification: 1HFMS; BGH; HBJH; HBLW3; JPHL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 184 x 47. Weight in Grams: 552. Very good clean copy with minor shelfwear
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Condition
Used, Like New
SKU
KSG0009713
ISBN
9780007437979
Paperback
Condition: Used, Like New

€ 4.99

Hardback. Providing a close-up of the all-too-human soul behind the stern presidential, this book talks about George Washington, who laughed, loved, and lived life to the full. Drawing on letters, diaries, and primary sources, it describes this passionate lover, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Num Pages: 320 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JF; BGH; HBJK; HBLH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 239 x 164 x 28. Weight in Grams: 594.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471744962
ISBN
9780471744962
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 35.99
€ 30.33

Hardback. The outrageous true story of the French plot to supply arms and ammunition to Washington's Continental Army, and the bold French spy, inventor, playwright, and rogue behind it all Num Pages: 260 pages, 38 illus. 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1DDF; BGHA; HBJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 526.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
University Press of New England United States
Number of pages
260
Condition
New
SKU
V9781584659259
ISBN
9781584659259
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 25.92

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