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Biography: general

Hardcover. Characteristically modest and lightly humorous in tone, this title includes letters that are nevertheless revealing of a dedicated, practical and scrupulous craftsman whose most brilliant inspirations were grounded in decades of unremitting hard work. Series: Everyman's Library P G Wodehouse. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: BGLA; BJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 188 x 133 x 30. Weight in Grams: 428.
Publisher
Everyman's Library
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781841591919
ISBN
9781841591919
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.03

Hardcover. J Paul Taylor was born to a pioneering New Mexico family. He was first elected to the New Mexico House of Representatives in 1986, a position he held until his retirement in 2004. This title recounts the life of this legislator, educator, community leader, and arts patron. Num Pages: 128 pages, 55 b/w & 12 colour photos. BIC Classification: 1KBBWX; BGA; HBJK; JPA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 163 x 19. Weight in Grams: 478.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Museum of New Mexico Press United States
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9780890135440
ISBN
9780890135440
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 25.68

Paperback. Irish national hero, a Celtic great and their most-capped player, Patrick 'Packie' Bonner is a goalkeeping legend. Billy McNeill handed him a debut on St Patrick's Day in 1979, and Packie went on to provide the last line of defence a record 641 times for the club. This book deals with his life and work. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; BM; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 129 x 231 x 26. Weight in Grams: 294.
Publisher
Ebury Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
9781785031861
ISBN
9781785031861
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 13.91

Hardcover. Patrick 'Packie' Bonner is a goalkeeping legend. He was Jock Stein's last signing for the club when he left his native Donegal for the city of Glasgow in 1978, where Packie evolved from being a shy, homesick teenager into a confident, world-class talent and first-choice goalkeeper. This book deals with his life and work. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; BM; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 243 x 162 x 37. Weight in Grams: 666.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Ebury Press
Condition
New
SKU
KOG0000806
ISBN
9781785031847
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 4.99

Paperback. Num Pages: 362 pages. BIC Classification: BGX; HREX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 152 x 26. Weight in Grams: 531.
Publisher
Snow Lion
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
Spi
Condition
New
SKU
V9781559392990
ISBN
9781559392990
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 29.02

Hardcover. Num Pages: 288 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BGT; MBD; WSKQ; WSZG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 164 x 237 x 33. Weight in Grams: 488.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
HarperOne
Condition
New
SKU
V9780062295583
ISBN
9780062295583
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 24.97

Paperback. The author loves his life as an Irish traveller, but as a child he felt like an outsider. He was different to his siblings. On the rare occasions he went to school, he was bullied for being a gypsy boy. And beyond the gates of the camp he found nothing but hostility. In this title, he tells his story. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: APT; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 134 x 198 x 21. Weight in Grams: 250.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Ebury Publishing
Condition
New
SKU
KRA0013805
ISBN
9780091948436
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 4.99

Paperback. The autobiography of Palden Gyatso, who was arrested in 1959 after taking part in a non-violent demonstration for Tibetan independence. After a failed escape bid he was starved and tortured. Following his release in 1992, after 33 years of captivity, he fled to India and began to reveal the true extent of the Chinese oppression in Tibet. Translator(s): Shakya, Tsering. Num Pages: 272 pages, illustrations facsim., maps, portraits. BIC Classification: 1FPCT; BGA; HBJF; HBLW3; JPVR; JPWF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 130 x 17. Weight in Grams: 200.
Publisher
Vintage London
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9781860465093
ISBN
9781860465093
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.77

Hardcover. The definitive biography of the Haitian revolutionary Toussaint Louverture, leader of the only successful slave revolt in world history Num Pages: 352 pages, TBD. BIC Classification: 1KJH; 3JF; BGH; HBJK; HBTV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 243 x 37. Weight in Grams: 588.
Publisher
Basic Books
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780465094134
ISBN
9780465094134
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 38.44

paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
St. Martin's Griffin
Edition
Reprint
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780230341982
ISBN
9780230341982
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 19.61

Hardback. When her mother became the Republican Vice-Presidential candidate in 2008, Bristol Palin was instantly propelled into the national spotlight, becoming the focus of intense public and national media scrutiny at the age of seventeen. This title gives readers an intimate behind-the-scenes look at her life. Num Pages: 272 pages, 16-Page Colour Photo Insert. BIC Classification: 1KBBWK; 3JMC; BGA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 163 x 26. Weight in Grams: 466.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780062089373
ISBN
9780062089373
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 23.43

Paperback. This book is an engaging presentation of the life and work of the legendary French philosopher, political activist and mystic Simone Weil. Palle Yourgrau assesses Weil's controversial critique of Judaism, and her radical re-imagination of Christianity; and analyses how Weil's personal struggles influenced her mature philosophy. Series: Critical Lives. Num Pages: 192 pages, 22 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DDF; BG; HPCF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 132 x 14. Weight in Grams: 302.
Publisher
Reaktion Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861897985
ISBN
9781861897985
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.16

Hardback. Editor(s): Palmer, Niall Andrew. Num Pages: 237 pages. BIC Classification: BGH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 167 x 20. Weight in Grams: 468.
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc
Number of pages
237
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781628080353
ISBN
9781628080353
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 168.49
€ 114.97

Paperback. Aimed at presenting the known and, especially, the unknown Mark Twain, this book covers his works as well as the rambling and often wildly psyche and contradictory life. It presents his unforgettable characters - Tom Sawyer, Huck Finn, Becky Thatcher, Pudd'nhead Wilson and many others. It is suitable for general readers, students, and scholars. Series: Bedside, Bathtub & Armchair Companions. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; BGL; DSBF; DSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 370. Series: Bedside, Bathtub & Armchair Companions. 224 pages, Illustrations, maps. Aimed at presenting the known and, especially, the unknown Mark Twain, this book covers his works as well as the rambling and often wildly psyche and contradictory life. It presents his unforgettable characters - Tom Sawyer, Huck Finn, Becky Thatcher, Pudd'nhead Wilson and many others. It is suitable for general readers, students, and scholars. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; BGL; DSBF; DSK. Dimension: 230 x 155 x 17. Weight: 370.
Publisher
Continuum
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780826418135
ISBN
9780826418135
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 21.08

Paperback. Actress Pam St Clement, best known as EastEnders' Pat Butcher, shares her life story including the unorthodox upbringing that was to have a profound influence on the rest of her life. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: APB; APT; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. .
Publisher
Headline Publishing Group United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472222152
ISBN
9781472222152
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.47

Hardback. The first volume (1778-1797) of The Letters of William Godwin includes scores of texts newly transcribed from the original manuscripts and given scholarly annotation for the first time. They record the personal and professional interactions of an original thinker who had a lasting influence on progressive movements in Britain and Europe. Editor(s): Clemit, Pamela. Num Pages: 368 pages, Frontispiece and 10 halftones. BIC Classification: BJ; DSBF; HBJD1; HPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 239 x 184 x 36. Weight in Grams: 784.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199562619
ISBN
9780199562619
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 292.63

Paperback. For four and a half years, Pamela Constable, a veteran foreign correspondent and award-winning author, has traveled through South Asia on assignment for the Washington Post. Num Pages: 288 pages, 26 colour photographs. BIC Classification: BGB; KNTJ; WTL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 413.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Potomac Books Inc United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9781574886191
ISBN
9781574886191
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 18.98

Paperback. Chronicles the experiences of a black female teaching in public schools in the South Bronx in the era of No Child Left Behind and the Common Core. Addressing "high stakes" that go beyond tests, Faking Sleep examines how and what one must teach poor students of color. Num Pages: 232 pages. BIC Classification: BG; JFFJ; JFSL1; JNHX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 358.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Fordham University Press United States
Number of pages
232
Condition
New
SKU
V9780823271412
ISBN
9780823271412
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 21.90

Hardback. Chronicles the experiences of a black female teaching in public schools in the South Bronx in the era of No Child Left Behind and the Common Core. Addressing "high stakes" that go beyond tests, Faking Sleep examines how and what one must teach poor students of color. Num Pages: 232 pages. BIC Classification: BG; JFFJ; JFSL1; JNHX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 3887 x 5817 x 20. Weight in Grams: 422.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Fordham University Press United States
Number of pages
232
Condition
New
SKU
V9780823271405
ISBN
9780823271405
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 90.73

Paperback. Num Pages: 480 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; 1KBB; 3JJH; BGH; HBLW; HBWQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 135 x 19. Weight in Grams: 335.
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780062351944
ISBN
9780062351944
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 18.82

Hardcover. Experiences of twentieth century history and major literary trends are reflected in the excellent but little-known writings of the Austrian-Czech physician and novelist Ernst Weiss (1882-1940). This book assesses the life and legacy of this important voice from mid twentieth century Central Europe. Num Pages: 284 pages, index, bibliography. BIC Classification: 3JJ; BGL; DSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 237 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 442.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Academica Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9781933146720
ISBN
9781933146720
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 49.99

Paperback. Series: Ohio Short Histories of Africa. Num Pages: 136 pages. BIC Classification: 1HFDL; BGH; JPHL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 177 x 107 x 12. Weight in Grams: 108.
Publisher
Ohio University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780821422212
ISBN
9780821422212
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 17.53

Paperback. 254 pages, 4 3/4 x 8 inches, paperback, first volume in the South Dakota Biography Series Series: South Dakota Biography Series. Num Pages: 244 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BGL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 121 x 204 x 13. Weight in Grams: 256.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
South Dakota State Historical Society
Condition
New
SKU
V9780977795567
ISBN
9780977795567
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 15.88

Paperback. The inside story of the one of the most successful British stand-up comedians, as told by the person best qualified to reveal all about the man behind the comic, his wife of over 20 years - Pamela Stephenson. Num Pages: 432 pages, (2x16pp colour plates). BIC Classification: AS; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 131 x 29. Weight in Grams: 378. Used paperback, in good condition. Some shelf wear.
Condition
Used, Good
Edition
1st. Edition : 1st. Printing
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
SKU
KIN0007685
ISBN
9780007110926
Paperback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 4.99

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