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Biography: general

Paperback.
Condition
Used, Good
Publisher
Virgin Books London
Number of pages
400
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
SKU
KLN0015045
ISBN
9780753505090
Paperback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. Like Jimmie Rodgers, Woody Guthrie, Robert Johnson, and Hank Williams, Townes Van Zandt was the embodiment of that mythic American figure, the troubled troubadour. This title traces Van Zandt background as the scion of a prominent Texas family and his troubled early years and his transformation from a pre-law student to a wandering folk singer. Num Pages: 320 pages, 20 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: AV; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 147 x 21. Weight in Grams: 452.
Edition
Illustrated
Publisher
University of North Texas Press
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781574412857
ISBN
9781574412857
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.73

hardcover. Editor(s): James, T. G. H.; Malek, Jaromir. Series: Griffith Institute Publications. Num Pages: 120 pages, 12p illus. BIC Classification: BG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 210 x 149 x 16. Weight in Grams: 304.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
Griffith Institute United Kingdom
Number of pages
120
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780900416569
ISBN
9780900416569
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 44.66

Hardcover. A Dazzling Darkness is the emotional autobiography of the brave and popular Darren Barker, who fought on after the tragic death of his hugely talented 19-year-old boxing brother Gary and realised a dream of winning the world middleweight title one hot August night in Atlantic City, a triumph he dedicated to the memory of Gary. Num Pages: 272 pages, 16 page colour plate section. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JM; BGSA; WSTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 241 x 30. Weight in Grams: 598.
Publisher
Floodlit Dreams Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780992658533
ISBN
9780992658533
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.51

Hardback. The startling biography of a native Turkestani whose pursuit of self-determination for his country saw him serve the Nazis in World War II, the Red Army, and the CIA at the height of the Cold War. Translator(s): Barchard, David. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: 1FC; 3JJ; BGH; HBTW; HBWQ; JPFC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Weight in Grams: 256.
Publisher
C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Edition
Translation
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849046978
ISBN
9781849046978
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 31.03

Hardback. The life of Howard Johnson, nicknamed "Stretch" because of his height (6'5"), epitomizes the cultural and political odyssey of a generation of African Americans who transformed the United States from a closed society to a multiracial democracy. Series: Empire State Editions. Num Pages: 216 pages, 25 b/w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BG; GTB; HBJK; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 431.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Fordham University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780823256532
ISBN
9780823256532
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 30.61

Hardcover. The founder of Discovery Communications tells the story of how he built some of the most beloved channels on televisionNDiscovery, TLC, and Animal Planet, among othersNand ultimately grew one of the most successful media empires in the world. Num Pages: 384 pages, black & white halftones. BIC Classification: BGB; KNTD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 153 x 32. Weight in Grams: 568.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
HarperBusiness
Number of pages
384
Condition
New
SKU
V9780062128553
ISBN
9780062128553
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 26.91

Hardcover. Newly revised and enlarged, the second edition of A Conrad Chronology draws upon a rich range of published and unpublished materials. It offers a detailed factual record of Joseph Conrad's unfolding life as seaman and writer as well as tracing the compositional and publication history of his major works. Series: Author Chronologies Series. Num Pages: 264 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; BGL; DSBH; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 146 x 216 x 18. Weight in Grams: 442.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Edition
Second Edition,New edition,2nd edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781137452382
ISBN
9781137452382
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 66.95

Hardcover. A Companion to Steven Spielberg provides an authoritative collection of essays exploring the achievements and legacy of one of the most influential film directors of the modern era. Editor(s): Morris, Nigel. Series: Wiley-Blackwell Companions to Film Directors. Num Pages: 536 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJP; 3JM; APFB; BGF; KNTC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 252 x 172 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1062.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118726914
ISBN
9781118726914
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 213.33

Paperback. A Companion to Julius Caesar examines the great man and great polarizing figure from a variety of illuminating perspectives: military genius, ruthless tyrant, brilliant politician, first class orator, sophisticated man of letters, and more. Editor(s): Griffin, Miriam. Series: Blackwell Companions to the Ancient World. Num Pages: 536 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; BGH; HBLA1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 246 x 173 x 33. Weight in Grams: 882.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781119025573
ISBN
9781119025573
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.78

Paperback. Num Pages: 432 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJP; 3JM; BGH; JPHL; MBPK; MMZR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 140 x 27. Weight in Grams: 398.
Publisher
Blue Rider Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780399185717
ISBN
9780399185717
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.40

Paperback. A roller coaster ride through the ruins of modern America from the most influential journalist of his generation. Num Pages: 599 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGHA; JFC; JPA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 209 x 149 x 34. Weight in Grams: 684.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Verso
Condition
New
SKU
V9781781682951
ISBN
9781781682951
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 21.51

Hardcover. This chronological account of the life of Samuel Taylor Coleridge is built up from contemporary documents including the letters and journals of the writer and of his family and friends. Maps, a family tree and an index are included along with over 50 biographical sketches of the Coleridge circle. Series: Author Chronologies Series. Num Pages: 212 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; 3JF; 3JH; BG; DSBF; DSC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 30. Weight in Grams: 388.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333460214
ISBN
9780333460214
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 127.57

Hardback. A Clear Case of Genius Num Pages: 256 pages, 32 black & white plates, 100 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: BGH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750982658
ISBN
9780750982658
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.86

Hardback. This is an intellectual biography of Gabriel Bonnot de Mably (1709-85), who emerges as a central figure in the history of republican thought in the era of the Enlightenment and the French Revolution. Num Pages: 276 pages. BIC Classification: BGH; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 162 x 22. Weight in Grams: 575.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Stanford University Press United States
Number of pages
276
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780804727891
ISBN
9780804727891
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 82.16

Hardcover. Series: Author Chronologies Series. Num Pages: 226 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; BG; DSBD; DSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 224 x 163 x 17. Weight in Grams: 388.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Number of pages
228
Condition
New
SKU
V9781403938152
ISBN
9781403938152
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 66.86

Paperback. A Child's War tells the story of Germany's occupation of Guernsey through the eyes of a young girl. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1DBKX; BGA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 166 x 7. Weight in Grams: 238. The Occupation of the Channel Islands Through a Child's Eyes. Illustrations, maps. A Child's War tells the story of Germany's occupation of Guernsey through the eyes of a young girl. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKX; BGA. Dimension: 235 x 166 x 7. Weight: 226.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848682054
ISBN
9781848682054
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 17.77

Paperback. Drink, drugs, depression, sex scandals, financial meltdowns and health issues are some of the fights British boxers have faced once they've quit. A Champion's Last Fight examines just why and exactly some of Britain's greatest boxers have self-destructed in retirement, and tells the stories of former champions who've struggled outside the ring. Num Pages: 256 pages, colour photo section. BIC Classification: BGS; WSBX; WSTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 140 x 217 x 28. Weight in Grams: 306.
Publisher
Pitch Publishing Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781785311642
ISBN
9781785311642
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 15.54

Paperback. An inspiring story of resilience and the power of optimism - the true story of Alice Herz-Sommer, the world's oldest Holocaust survivor. Num Pages: 256 pages, 4 b&w photos. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JJ; BGH; HBJD; HBLW; HBTZ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 132 x 17. Weight in Grams: 178.
Publisher
John Murray Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781444737622
ISBN
9781444737622
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 12.61

Paperback. An authoritative and illuminating profile of the new pope by two seasoned Vatican reporters - his humble background, his rise to the papacy and his compelling spiritual vision, illustrated with over 150 colour photographs. Num Pages: 160 pages, full-colour photographs. BIC Classification: BGX; HRCC7; HRCX1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 252 x 177 x 13. Weight in Grams: 496.
Publisher
SPCK Publishing
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780281071463
ISBN
9780281071463
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 15.19

Paperback. Richard, brother of Dave 'A Child Called It' Pelzer, tells his harrowing story of being physically abused by his mentally unstable mother -- the Number 1 Sunday Times hardback bestseller. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: BGA; JFFE1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 177 x 109 x 22. Weight in Grams: 158.
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
Little, Brown Book Group
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Edition
Reprint
SKU
KNW0005174
ISBN
9780751536003
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Hardcover. Series: Author Chronologies Series. Num Pages: 330 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; BGH; DNF; DSBF; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 145 x 224 x 23. Weight in Grams: 526.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Number of pages
332
Condition
New
SKU
V9781403901125
ISBN
9781403901125
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 128.53

Paperback. Compiled by Herbert's son, this book is a poignant reminder of the terrible ordeal that so many brave young men had to face in order to defend king and country, and perhaps even more importantly, their families and homes. It reveals the tale of a nineteen-year-old caught up in the midst of one of history's darkest moments. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWS; 3JJH; BGH; HBJD; HBWQ; JWL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 173 x 10. Weight in Grams: 408.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752451695
ISBN
9780752451695
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 22.76

Hardcover. A short illustrated life of Elizabeth II by her leading biographer for her Diamond Jubilee. Num Pages: 156 pages, 40 black and white/colour integrated. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJP; 3JM; BGR; HBJD1; HBLW; HBLX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 211 x 134 x 14. Weight in Grams: 320.
Publisher
Duckworth Publishing
Number of pages
156
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780715642924
ISBN
9780715642924
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.41

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