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Biography

Paperback. Autumn 2008. The world's finances collapse but one man makes a killing. John Paulson, a softly spoken hedge-fund manager who still took the bus to work, seemed unlikely to stake his career on one big gamble. This title tells the story of the trader John Paulson who predicted the economic crash in 2008 - and made the biggest windfall in history. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: BGB; KFFM; KFFR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 19. Weight in Grams: 218.
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd
Number of pages
304
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
2nd Impression
Condition
New
SKU
V9780141043159
ISBN
9780141043159
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.88

Paperback. Begins in Berkeley in 1968, and ends with a piece on Dylan's show at the University of Minnesota on election night 2008. This title follows not only recordings but performances, books, movies, and various manner of highways and byways in which Bob Dylan has made himself felt in our culture. Num Pages: 512 pages. BIC Classification: AVGP; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 154 x 40. Weight in Grams: 662.
Publisher
Faber & Faber
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
Main
Condition
New
SKU
V9780571254453
ISBN
9780571254453
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 20.32

Paperback. In 1965, one song defined a generation caught the questing spirit of the era and changed the rules of the possible in popular music for all time. This book captures the heady atmosphere of the recording studio in 1965 as witnessed by many clustered around the mercurial genius from Minnesota. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: AVGP; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 128 x 21. Weight in Grams: 242.
Publisher
Faber and Faber United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9780571223862
ISBN
9780571223862
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.03

Hardcover. "Commissioning organisation: Greville Janner. 161 p., [8] p. of plates ill., ports. 24 cm. Publishers cloth. Good clean copy with bright gilt title on the spine, well defined edges and tight binding." Keywords: "Biography - Political - Britain,Biography - Political - Countries & Regions,Travel & Holiday - Countries"
Condition
Used, Good
Publisher
Robson Books Dublin, Ireland
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1998
Edition
1st
SKU
KEX0070094
ISBN
9781861052179
Hardback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 4.99

Paperback.
Publisher
Simon & Schuster United States
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847391032
ISBN
9781847391032
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.25

Paperback. Num Pages: 670 pages. BIC Classification: BGH. Dimension: 242 x 170 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1180.
Publisher
ibidem-Verlag, Jessica Haunschild u Christian Schon
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9783838206042
ISBN
9783838206042
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.99
€ 41.11

Paperback. Examines a subject that has long been taboo - the sufferings of the Germans during the Second World War. This book explores the sinking of the Wilhelm Gustloff, the maritime disaster of all time, and the repercussions upon three generations of a German family. Translator(s): Winston, Krishna. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: 2ACG; BTM; FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 128 x 16. Weight in Grams: 198. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
Faber & Faber
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
SKU
KAK0006760
ISBN
9780571216529
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 11.99
€ 9.39

Paperback. Offers an account of the author's modest upbringing in Danzig, his time as a boy soldier fighting the Russians, and the writing of his masterpiece, The Tin Drum, in Paris. Num Pages: 432 pages. BIC Classification: 2ACG; BGLA; DSBH; DSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 121 x 28. Weight in Grams: 372.
Publisher
Vintage
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780099507598
ISBN
9780099507598
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 15.76

Paperback. A title that deals with questions such as: Was the enchanted camera a source of inspiration for their father? Did it represent the power of art itself? Was it the eye of God? Translator(s): Winston, Krishna. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: BGLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 130 x 14. Weight in Grams: 160. 8vo. Good clean copy
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
Vintage Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
SKU
KEX0276304
ISBN
9780099539759
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. A title that deals with questions such as: Was the enchanted camera a source of inspiration for their father? Did it represent the power of art itself? Was it the eye of God? Translator(s): Winston, Krishna. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: BGLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 130 x 14. Weight in Grams: 160.
Publisher
Vintage Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
9780099539759
ISBN
9780099539759
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 4.99

Hardcover. 8vo. Nice copy. Ireland in the 20th century
Condition
Used, Very Good
Edition
First Edition
Publisher
W.H. Allen / Virgin Books
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1988
SKU
KEX0292076
ISBN
9780491030885
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 15.00

Hardcover. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear. Dustwrapper has some minor edge wear but remains very good
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
O'Brien Press
Condition
Used, Very Good
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
KKD0004177
ISBN
9780862783761
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 17.95

Paperback. Presents the collection of letters written by the author to his wife in a superior form of biography. Editor(s): Grange, Henry-LouisDe La; Weiss, Gunther. Translator(s): Beaumont, Antony. Num Pages: 464 pages, 16 illustrations. BIC Classification: AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 127 x 27. Weight in Grams: 350.
Publisher
Faber and Faber United Kingdom
Number of pages
464
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9780571212095
ISBN
9780571212095
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.03

Paperback. Series: Bomber crews. Num Pages: 288 pages, portraits. BIC Classification: 1DBK; BGHA; HBJD1; HBWQ; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 128 x 50. Weight in Grams: 296. Series: Bomber crews. 288 pages, portraits. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBK; BGHA; HBJD1; HBWQ; JWG. Dimension: 197 x 128 x 50. Weight: 286.
Publisher
Crecy Publishing Limited
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Condition
New
SKU
V9780907579625
ISBN
9780907579625
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 9.94

Paperback. Guy Martin, international road-racing legend, maverick star of the Isle of Man TT, truck mechanic and TV presenter, lives on the edge, addicted to speed, thoroughly exhilarated by danger. This autobiography is an intense and dramatic ride. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSPM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 127 x 198 x 34. Weight in Grams: 264.
Publisher
Virgin Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
9780753555033
ISBN
9780753555033
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 10.10

Paperback. Translator(s): Padmakara Translation Group. Num Pages: 296 pages. BIC Classification: BG; HREX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 151 x 22. Weight in Grams: 420.
Publisher
Shambhala
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
New edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781570625442
ISBN
9781570625442
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.99
€ 30.69

Paperback. What are Charles and Camilla really like? What is their heritage? What has made them the way they are? This title offers a portrait of two unusual individuals and a family saga. Num Pages: 416 pages, 40. BIC Classification: BGR; HBJD1; HBLW3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 131 x 25. Weight in Grams: 312. Good clean copy with minor shelf wear
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Arrow
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KSS0002265
ISBN
9780099490876
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. Fleeing Hungary in 1938 as the German army approaches, the author journeys to Paris, where he finds a lover. When the French capitulate to the Nazis, Faludy travels to North Africa, then on to America, where he volunteers for military service. Missing his homeland and determined to do the right thing, he returns - only to be imprisoned. Series: Penguin Modern Classics. Num Pages: 528 pages. BIC Classification: BM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 24. Weight in Grams: 356.
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
528
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
paperback / softback
Condition
New
SKU
V9780141193205
ISBN
9780141193205
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.41

Hardcover. Keywords: Lord Birkett. 638pp
Condition
Used, Good
Publisher
Hamish Hamilton
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1964
Edition
1 St UK
SKU
KNW0011735
Hardback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 18.00

hardcover. Clean copy in original cloth with dustwrapper
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
Hachette Books New York
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Edition
First Edition
SKU
KEX0249677
ISBN
9780306815874
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. 'From cancer to cycling superman: is this the greatest story in modern sport?' Guardian Num Pages: 432 pages, ports. (chiefly col.). BIC Classification: BGS; WSQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 128 x 28. Weight in Grams: 288. Clean copy.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton General Division
Number of pages
432
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KLJ0006496
ISBN
9781848544697
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

paperback. Num Pages: 416 pages, B&W line drawings. BIC Classification: DNJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 130 x 27. Weight in Grams: 280. 8vo.Good copy
Condition
Used, Good
Publisher
Hachette Books Ireland
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1900
SKU
KEX0265899
ISBN
9780340839188
Paperback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 4.99

paperback. Num Pages: 416 pages, B&W line drawings. BIC Classification: DNJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 130 x 27. Weight in Grams: 280. Good clean copy with some minor reader wear
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
Hachette Books Ireland
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1900
SKU
KAS0002758
ISBN
9780340839188
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: BG; VXPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 17 x 137 x 197. Weight in Grams: 176. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Hodder Headline Ireland Ireland
Condition
Used, Very Good
Number of pages
256
SKU
KTG0010781
ISBN
9780340993149
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 7.99
€ 4.99

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