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Biography: general
Hardcover. Love him or hate him, Bill Gates has single-handedly shaped the technological future of the twenty-first century. Created through the independent research of bestselling author Janet Lowe, Bill Gates Speaks documents the life and ambitions of one of the world's most unique business and cultural leaders. Num Pages: 272 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: BGBA; KJH; KJM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 172 x 227 x 26. Weight in Grams: 502.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471293538
- ISBN
- 9780471293538
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 50.99€ 39.18
€ 50.99
€ 39.18
Paperback. "Extraordinarily readable. " --Paul D. Casdorph, author of Jackson and Lee Best remembered as the man who burned Atlanta and marched his army to the sea, cutting a swath of destruction through Georgia, William Tecumseh Sherman remains one of the most vital figures in Civil War annals. Num Pages: 496 pages, b&w photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGH; HBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 160 x 28. Weight in Grams: 718.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 496
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471283294
- ISBN
- 9780471283294
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 23.87
€ 30.99
€ 23.87
Paperback. A rare perspective on the business savvy and future of a business icon Jack Welch transported GE into the new economy with his management style, his forward-thinking approach to new technology, and by encouraging creativity among his employees. Num Pages: 304 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGB; KJM; KNDH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 154 x 20. Weight in Grams: 490.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471255222
- ISBN
- 9780471255222
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 23.86
€ 30.99
€ 23.86
Hardcover. This is the author's autobiographical collection of stories and vignettes representing a social portrait of his life and times. He reflects and refracts the realities of interwar Europe, the New Deal years and America after the War. Series: Trailblazers. Num Pages: 352 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; 1KBB; BGB; HBG; HBLW; KJM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 159 x 30. Weight in Grams: 724.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- New ed
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471247395
- ISBN
- 9780471247395
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 68.83€ 57.77
€ 68.83
€ 57.77
Hardcover. Praise for Damn Right! From the author of the bestselling WARREN BUFFETT SPEAKS.. "Charlie Munger, whose reputation is deep and wide, based on an extraordinary record of brilliantly successful business strategies, sees things that others don't. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: BGB; KFFM; KJC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 238 x 162 x 26. Weight in Grams: 622.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471244738
- ISBN
- 9780471244738
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 61.71€ 52.12
€ 61.71
€ 52.12
Hardcover. The first complete Who's Who in the history of the world's best-known financial street Charles D. Ellis and James R. Vertin have crafted a window on Wall Street that investors won't want to miss. Num Pages: 360 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGB; KFFM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 163 x 30. Weight in Grams: 710.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471238096
- ISBN
- 9780471238096
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 68.23€ 57.30
€ 68.23
€ 57.30
Paperback. Blends the brilliance of the scientific genius with the compassion, playfulness, and wit of the private figure "A fascinating read with more interesting material about Einstein as a human being than I have ever seen before. Num Pages: 528 pages, photographs. BIC Classification: BG; PD; PH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 159 x 29. Weight in Grams: 772.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 528
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471193623
- ISBN
- 9780471193623
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 24.82
€ 31.99
€ 24.82
Hardcover. "Quite impressive. I doubt if there has been or will be a more deeply researched and convincing account. " --Evan Connell, author Son of the Morning Star: Custer and the Little Bighorn "The book to end all Earp books--the most complete, and most meticulously researched. Num Pages: 416 pages, photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; 3JJ; BGH; HBJK; HBLL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 167 x 40. Weight in Grams: 808.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 416
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471189671
- ISBN
- 9780471189671
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 36.10
€ 46.99
€ 36.10
Hardcover. A unique personality.. "Ogilvy, the creative force of modern advertising. " --The New York Times "Ogilvy's sharp, iconoclastic personality has illuminated the industry like no other ad man's. " --Adweek. . an acclaimed author. Series: Trailblazers. Num Pages: 196 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGBA; KJSA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 164 x 20. Weight in Grams: 470.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 196
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471180029
- ISBN
- 9780471180029
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 50.99€ 38.93
€ 50.99
€ 38.93
Hardcover. This biography of Bernard Baruch considered to be renowned as the definitive story about the notorious financial wizard and presidential advisor. Baruch's political policies are discussed briefly, and James Grant includes a detailed account of Baruch's trading and investment gains and losses. Num Pages: 366 pages, Illustrations, facsims.,ports. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGB; KFFM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 166 x 27. Weight in Grams: 724.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1St Edition
- Number of pages
- 366
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471170754
- ISBN
- 9780471170754
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 59.33€ 50.25
€ 59.33
€ 50.25
Paperback. A fascinating chronicle of the lives and achievements of the men and women who helped shapethe science of statistics This handsomely illustrated volume will make enthralling reading for scientists, mathematicians, and science history buffs alike. Editor(s): Johnson, Norman L.; Kotz, Samuel. Series: Wiley Series in Probability and Statistics. Num Pages: 432 pages, ports. BIC Classification: BG; JHBC; PBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 160 x 24. Weight in Grams: 652.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471163817
- ISBN
- 9780471163817
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 170.07
€ 170.07
Hardcover. What do Bill Gates, Henry Ford, J.P. Morgan, Mary Kay Ash, and Walt Disney all have in common? Uncompromising vision, a willingness to take risks, and exceptional business acumen. Not only did these individuals amass great fortunes, they revolutionized the business world and helped shape society as we know it. Num Pages: 362 pages, ports. BIC Classification: BGB; KJH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 162 x 30. Weight in Grams: 706.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st
- Number of pages
- 362
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471143147
- ISBN
- 9780471143147
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 50.99€ 39.18
€ 50.99
€ 39.18
Hardcover. "I do not know whether I dozed off or passed out, but the next thing I remember is gradually becoming aware of a blunt object striking my body over and over. Just as I realized it was a boot kicking me in the side, I felt my arm being grabbed roughly, and I returned to full consciousness. Num Pages: 352 pages, map, plans. BIC Classification: BGHA; HBG; HBWQ; JW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 243 x 166 x 25. Weight in Grams: 658.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471142850
- ISBN
- 9780471142850
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 31.41
€ 40.99
€ 31.41
Hardcover. Leo Melamed is one of the most powerful figures in the world of finance - a visionary who pioneered the modern futures industry and launched the International Monetary Market (IMM). This title presents his story. Num Pages: 480 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGB; KFFM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 160 x 38. Weight in Grams: 860.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 480
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471112150
- ISBN
- 9780471112150
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 53.40€ 45.53
€ 53.40
€ 45.53
Paperback. A fascinating account of the life and work of a visionary genius--the father of ecological planning Ian McHarg has done more to advance the principles of environmentally responsible design and planning than anyone alive today. Num Pages: 448 pages, Illustrations, maps, plans, ports. BIC Classification: AMV; BGA; RNC; WMD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 179 x 25. Weight in Grams: 808.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471086284
- ISBN
- 9780471086284
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 74.65
€ 74.65
Paperback. Advance Praise for Louis Breger's FREUD "Louis Breger's rich and readable study of Freud offers a thoughtfully complex account of a great but flawed man. Everyone with an interest in psychoanalysis and the psychoanalytic movement will enjoy exploring, grappling with, arguing about, and learning from this absolutely fascinating book. Num Pages: 480 pages, illustrations geneal. table, portraits. BIC Classification: BGH; JMAF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 704.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 480
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471078586
- ISBN
- 9780471078586
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 24.80
€ 31.99
€ 24.80
Paperback. Written simply and gracefully, Buffalo Bill Cody explores the life behind this larger-than-life figure of the frontier, whose legendary exploits inspired hero worship among people of all ages. This is the first complete biography in over thirty years of Cody, the most intriguing buffalo hunter of his time. Num Pages: 512 pages, facsimiles, portraits. BIC Classification: BGH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 161 x 27. Weight in Grams: 740.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471077800
- ISBN
- 9780471077800
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 22.91
€ 27.99
€ 22.91
Hardcover. Chronicles the experiences of an American stock-market trader from his first job as a quotation boy in a Boston brokerage firm to his influential position on Wall Street in the 1920s. The author provides his observations about the markets and the minds and motivations of a typical trader. Num Pages: 304 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGBA; KFFM2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 219 x 145 x 27. Weight in Grams: 474.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471059684
- ISBN
- 9780471059684
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 178.00€ 144.90
€ 178.00
€ 144.90
Paperback. A gripping account of Soviet life as experienced by an American who lived for 50 years on an absolutely equal basis with Russians. Packed with details of everyday life from giving birth in a Soviet hospital to living in a Moscow communal apartment. Num Pages: 324 pages, Illustrations, maps,ports. BIC Classification: 1DVU; 3JJG; 3JJH; 3JJP; BGHA; HBJD; HBLW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 218 x 191 x 25. Weight in Grams: 480.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 324
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471028772
- ISBN
- 9780471028772
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 21.98
€ 26.99
€ 21.98
Hardcover. A classic American success story with a twist Like J.P. Morgan, John D. Rockefeller, and Andrew Carnegie, Marshall Field was one of the overlords of triumphant capitalism in the Gilded Age of the late nineteenth century. However, his phenomenal wealth and generous philanthropy masked a disastrous personal life. Num Pages: 384 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: 1KBBNC; BGB; KJV; KNPR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 238 x 165 x 29. Weight in Grams: 716.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471024934
- ISBN
- 9780471024934
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 41.99€ 32.33
€ 41.99
€ 32.33
Hardcover. Praise for H. Paul Jeffers Diamond Jim Brady: Prince of the Gilded Age "One of the most entertaining historical business narratives in recent memory. The story of this symbol of Americaa s Gilded Age is filled with such gusto and vigor that even hardcore business readers will be swept away. Num Pages: 400 pages, chronology, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBBEY; BGH; JPQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 162 x 29. Weight in Grams: 740.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471024651
- ISBN
- 9780471024651
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 36.10
€ 46.99
€ 36.10
Paperback. The compelling story of Walker Stacey -- a child who triumphed over his autistic tendencies with the dedicated help of his family When in 1996, Patricia Stacey gave birth to her second child, a baby boy, she quickly noticed an emptiness in his gaze -- a vacant quality that emphasized her sense that he was ill at ease in his own body. Num Pages: 314 pages, 1 port. BIC Classification: BG; JNSG2; VFJD; VFX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 474.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 314
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470869796
- ISBN
- 9780470869796
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.95
€ 16.95
Hardcover. By examining the family and financial circumstances of Wordsworth s early years, this illuminating biography reshapes our understanding of the great Romantic poet s most creative period of life and writing. Series: Wiley Blackwell Critical Biographies. Num Pages: 500 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: 2AB; BGL; DSBF; DSC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 163 x 236 x 30. Weight in Grams: 780.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 496
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470655443
- ISBN
- 9780470655443
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 121.10
€ 121.10
Hardcover.
An intimate look at the founding father of the modern leadership movement Warren Bennis is an acclaimed American scholar, successful organizational consultant and author, and an expert in the field of leadership. His much awaited memoir is filled with insights about the successes and failures from his long and storied life and career. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: BGB; BM; KJM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 164 x 23. Weight in Grams: 474.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470432389
- ISBN
- 9780470432389
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 23.86
€ 30.99
€ 23.86