Biography: general
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Biography: general
Hardback. Barnum Brown led a remarkable life (1873-1963), spending most of it searching for fossils - and sometimes oil - in every corner of the globe. This biography discloses the details about his life and travels - from his youth on the western frontier to his spying for the US government under cover of his expeditions. Num Pages: 384 pages, 44 b/w photographs, 9 maps, 1 table. BIC Classification: BGT; RBX; WNA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 31. Weight in Grams: 678.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University of California Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520252646
- ISBN
- 9780520252646
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 59.41€ 46.96
€ 59.41
€ 46.96
paperback. From his stunning discovery of Tyrannosaurus rex one hundred years ago to the dozens of other important new dinosaur species he found, Barnum Brown led a remarkable life (1873-1963), spending most of it searching for fossils - and sometimes oil - in every corner of the globe. This book discloses the details about his life and travels. Num Pages: 384 pages, 44 b/w photographs, 9 maps, 1 table. BIC Classification: BGT; RBX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 161 x 222 x 24. Weight in Grams: 494.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- University of California Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780520272613
- ISBN
- 9780520272613
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 39.99€ 29.39
€ 39.99
€ 29.39
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
Hardback. This book reveals all the details of Starr's improbable rise to stardom, exploring his relationship with Lombardi and his guidance of the Packers from a downtrodden franchise to five-time World Champions to two-time Super Bowl winners. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 163 x 24. Weight in Grams: 516.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Taylor Trade Publishing United States
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589791176
- ISBN
- 9781589791176
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 25.16
€ 27.99
€ 25.16
Paperback. Biography of Bart Starr, Green Bay Packers star quarterback during the Vince Lombardi era (1959-1968). Num Pages: 256 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 376.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1955
- Publisher
- Taylor Trade Publishing United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781589793156
- ISBN
- 9781589793156
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 18.29
€ 18.99
€ 18.29
Paperback. On July 9, 1975, artist Bas Jan Ader set sail from Chatham, Massachusetts, for Palmouth, England, on the second leg of a three-part piece titled In Search of the Miraculous. He was never seen again. This book features biography, theoretical reflection, and archival research to draw a detailed picture of the world in which Aders' work. Num Pages: 200 pages, 44 halftones. BIC Classification: ACXJ5; AGB; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 153 x 15. Weight in Grams: 296.
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226269856
- ISBN
- 9780226269856
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 18.45
€ 21.99
€ 18.45
Hardback. The first biography of one of the most adventurous and influential figures in baseball history. Series: American Sports History Series. Num Pages: 272 pages, 8 b&w photographs. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 149 x 24. Weight in Grams: 535.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810834545
- ISBN
- 9780810834545
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.95
€ 118.95
Hardback. This book, based on extensive interviews and Alexander's journals, is filled with memorable characters, pithy lessons, snapshots of American life, and a big picture of America's pastime from one of its great off-the-field players. Num Pages: 200 pages, 20 photographs. BIC Classification: BGS; WSBX; WSJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5487 x 3556 x 20. Weight in Grams: 376.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- University of Nebraska Press United States
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780803245013
- ISBN
- 9780803245013
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 33.72
€ 33.72
Paperback. Controversial and revelatory biography of the South African-born cricketer who played for England and was banned from touring his native country Num Pages: 288 pages, Section: 8, b/w. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 202 x 129 x 21. Weight in Grams: 244.
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Book Group United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 288
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780751534887
- ISBN
- 9780751534887
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 12.71
€ 16.99
€ 12.71
Paperback. The official biography of the most inspiring spiritual leader of the twentieth century Num Pages: 352 pages, 16pp b/w photos. BIC Classification: 3JJ; BGX; HRCC7. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 133 x 22. Weight in Grams: 306.
- Publisher
- Headline Book Publishing
- Number of pages
- 352
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780755312481
- ISBN
- 9780755312481
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 11.92
€ 15.99
€ 11.92
Paperback. From a game of hide and seek, the Cardinal draws reflections on prayer and the spiritual life. Few readers will fail to gain encouragement and help from the wisdom in these pages. Illustrator(s): John, Sarah. Num Pages: 80 pages. BIC Classification: BG; HRCC7; HRCV9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 201 x 141 x 6. Weight in Grams: 124.
- Publisher
- Darton,Longman & Todd Ltd
- Number of pages
- 80
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780232526219
- ISBN
- 9780232526219
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 10.99€ 9.99
€ 10.99
€ 9.99
Establishes that Basil Wilson Duke (1838-1916) was in fact the brilliant tactician behind much of the success of John Hunt Morgan's legendary cavalry unit. Author Gary Robert Matthews not only offers an in-depth study of Duke's celebrated Civil War exploits but also traces his varied postwar literary, legal, and political careers. Num Pages: 408 pages, 32 illustrations, 5 maps. BIC Classification: BGH; HBJK; HBLL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 34. Weight in Grams: 712.
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 408
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813123752
- ISBN
- 9780813123752
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99
€ 40.99
Paperback. It took Henry VIII 28 years, three wives, and a break with Rome before he secured a legitimate male heir. Yet he already had the illegitimate Henry Fitzroy. Fitzroy was born in 1519 after the King's affair with Elizabeth Blount. He was the only illegitimate offspring ever acknowledged by Henry VIII. So just how close did he come to being Henry IX? Num Pages: 312 pages, 12 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JB; BGH; HBJD1; HBLH; HBTG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 197 x 128 x 22. Weight in Grams: 262.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 312
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- New ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750937092
- ISBN
- 9780750937092
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 14.33
€ 17.99
€ 14.33
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Crecy Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780859791472
- ISBN
- 9780859791472
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 22.44
€ 22.44
Hardback. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Rutgers University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813569727
- ISBN
- 9780813569727
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 42.66
€ 42.66
Paperback. Num Pages: Ill. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2ADF; BGH; DSBH; DSC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 202 x 136 x 13. Weight in Grams: 206.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1967
- Publisher
- New Directions Publishing Corporation United States
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780811201896
- ISBN
- 9780811201896
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.61
€ 17.99
€ 16.61
Hardcover. A biography of the composer Arnold Bax (1883-1953). Documenting his life and times, it informs of the revival of Bax's music and reputation. It also discusses his music from first hand acquaintance with the revivals and recordings. Num Pages: 618 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JJ; AVGC6; AVH; BGF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 163 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1080. A Composer and His Times. 618 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. A biography of the composer Arnold Bax (1883-1953). Documenting his life and times, it informs of the revival of Bax's music and reputation. It also discusses his music from first hand acquaintance with the revivals and recordings. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JJ; AVGC6; AVH; BGF. Dimension: 241 x 163 x 38. Weight: 1044.
- Publisher
- BOYE6
- Number of pages
- 618
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Edition
- Revised
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781843832096
- ISBN
- 9781843832096
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 53.47€ 49.75
€ 53.47
€ 49.75
paperback. The author made his fortune building a mobile phone company from scratch. When he sold it for GBP75 million, he bought Crystal Palace FC, the club he'd supported as a boy, and led them into the Premier League. Ten years later Palace was in administration and Jordan had lost nigh on everything. This title tells his story. Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 136 x 33. Weight in Grams: 314.
- Publisher
- Yellow Jersey
- Number of pages
- 416
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780224091824
- ISBN
- 9780224091824
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.49
€ 17.99
€ 13.49
Paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: APF; BGF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 200 x 171 x 31. Weight in Grams: 574.
- Publisher
- Synema Gesellschaft Fur Film u. Medien
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783901644597
- ISBN
- 9783901644597
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 33.48
€ 37.99
€ 33.48
Hardcover. "This is a 3-in-1 bargain: a gripping tale of adventure; a solid contribution to the history of World War II; and an illuminating introduction to the contemporary tragedy of Yugoslavia." --Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. Lindsay's memoirs are largely based on newly declassified materials. 25 illustrations. Num Pages: 400 pages, 24 half-tones 8 maps. BIC Classification: 1DVWY; 3JJH; BGH; HBJD; HBWQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 158 x 30. Weight in Grams: 769.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Stanford University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780804721233
- ISBN
- 9780804721233
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 161.16
€ 161.16
Paperback. The story of a Lakota girl's experiences growing up in Nebraska and on the Pine Ridge Reservation in the 1960s and 1970s. Ringing with insight and honesty, this memoir gives voice to an emerging generation of Lakota women who attempt to navigate the difficult paths of a bicultural world. Num Pages: 146 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGA; JFSL9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 137 x 203 x 9. Weight in Grams: 184.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- University of Nebraska Press United States
- Number of pages
- 146
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Revised ed.
- SKU
- V9780803289765
- ISBN
- 9780803289765
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 15.40
€ 15.99
€ 15.40
Paperback. Num Pages: 336 pages, b/w photos. BIC Classification: 1KBC; BGH; HBJK; HBLL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 142 x 21. Weight in Grams: 448.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Heritage House Publishing Co Ltd Canada
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781894384636
- ISBN
- 9781894384636
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.99€ 23.86
€ 34.99
€ 23.86
Paperback. Siegi Moos, an anti-Nazi and active member of the German Communist Party, escaped Germany in 1933 and, exiled in Britain, sought another route to the transformation of capitalism. Num Pages: 380 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 1DFG; 3JJ; BGH; HBJD; HBLW; JFFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 143 x 25. Weight in Grams: 376.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Chronos Books
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781782796770
- ISBN
- 9781782796770
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 28.46
€ 32.99
€ 28.46
Paperback. Num Pages: 248 pages, 8pp b/w photos. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBR; BGS; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 135 x 19. Weight in Grams: 313.
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- Publisher
- Liberties Press
- Number of pages
- 248
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Edition
- first
- SKU
- KNW0008622
- ISBN
- 9781905483105
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 14.99€ 14.40
€ 14.99
€ 14.40