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Biography

Paperback. The transformation of state and society, the violent transference of power and property, and the establishment of Augustus' rule and that of the Empire are presented in a narrative which quotes from ancient evidence, refers seldomly to modern authorities, and states controversial opinions openly. Num Pages: 592 pages, 6 family trees. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; BGH; HBJD; HBLA; JPQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 196 x 129 x 37. Weight in Grams: 434.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
592
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
Rev Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780192803207
ISBN
9780192803207
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.49

Paperback. The inspirational true story of one man overcoming enormous odds - including sexual abuse from his alcoholic mother - to choose his own path in life and become a truly exceptional human being. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: BGA; BTP; VFJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 131 x 26. Weight in Grams: 316. Some shelf wear, but remains very good
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
SKU
KTJ0006597
ISBN
9780007256372
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. The inspirational true story of one man overcoming enormous odds - including sexual abuse from his alcoholic mother - to choose his own path in life and become a truly exceptional human being. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: BGA; BTP; VFJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 131 x 26. Weight in Grams: 246.
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
KSG0014682
ISBN
9780007256372
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 4.99

Hardcover. This is the story of a man, a team, and their life and times, as well as a complete record of all their achievements and failures. It logs the financial and personal cost of racing in the prewar and postwar periods. It tells of how the mighty car company Renault became involved with them in the late 1950s. Num Pages: 288 pages, 410. BIC Classification: BGS; WSPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 213 x 258 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1382.
Publisher
Veloce Publishing Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845843175
ISBN
9781845843175
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 65.13
€ 50.07

Paperback. During the Cultural Revolution Jan Wong studied in Beijing and reported a fellow student to the authorities. Over thirty years later, she returned to China to find out what happened to the woman she betrayed. Chinese Whispers tells her remarkable story. 'Wong points the way for the future of travel writing.' Book of the Week, The Times Num Pages: 336 pages, maps. BIC Classification: BM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 130 x 25. Weight in Grams: 326. Searching for Forgiveness in Beijing. 336 pages, maps. During the Cultural Revolution, Jan Wong studied in Beijing and reported a fellow student to the authorities. In 2005, she returned to China to find out what happened to the woman she betrayed. In 1972, Jan Wong became one of only two Westerners admitted to Beijing University at the height of the Cultural Revolution. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: BM. Dimension: 197 x 130 x 25. Weight: 326.
Publisher
Atlantic Books
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843549758
ISBN
9781843549758
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 20.24

Paperback. A collection of tales that can inspire you to live your dreams. It presents stories that demonstrate the best qualities we share as human beings: compassion, grace, forgiveness, generosity and faith and they share a collected wisdom on love, parenting, teaching, death and the overcoming of obstacles. Num Pages: 320 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: DQ; VXA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 135 x 23. Weight in Grams: 344.
Publisher
Vermilion
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780091819569
ISBN
9780091819569
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 16.63

Paperback. Num Pages: 316 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: BGX; HRQX9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 159 x 16. Weight in Grams: 450.
Publisher
Feral House,U.S.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
Revised Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781627310024
ISBN
9781627310024
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 17.70

Hardback. A biography of the artist Oskar Kokoschka who, despite being badly wounded in the First World War, lived to paint, teach, write, exhibit, and engage the affections of a host of beautiful women. Num Pages: 320 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: 1DFA; ACXD1; AFC; AGB; BG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 164 x 33. Weight in Grams: 704. Very good copy

First edition
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
SKU
KEX0303320
ISBN
9780747542070
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 25.00

Paperback. Former Australian rugby union legend and World Cup winner, now acclaimed television sports pundit, on his glittering career in the game - and how close he came to losing his life. Num Pages: 320 pages, (2 x 8pp plates). BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJF1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 130. .
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780007568765
ISBN
9780007568765
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.70

Paperback. A lively account of the highly influential artist's life and work. Series: Art & Ideas. Num Pages: 352 pages. Dimension: 217 x 159 x 22. Weight in Grams: 716.
Publisher
Phaidon Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
352
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Edition
01st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780714835150
ISBN
9780714835150
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.25

Paperback. Num Pages: 384 pages. BIC Classification: BTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 140. Weight in Grams: 457.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781620402528
ISBN
9781620402528
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.25

Paperback. Julian Cope's highly acclaimed autobiography and its long-awaited sequel in one extraordinary volume. Num Pages: 528 pages, 32 b/w plates (32pp), (1x16 b/w, 1x16 colour). BIC Classification: AVGP; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 133 x 34. Weight in Grams: 394.
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Number of pages
528
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Edition
New edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780007197750
ISBN
9780007197750
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.25

Hardback. From the Royal Wedding to the London riots, Merlin's brave exploits for the Met as a top police horse have earned him celebrity status. Featuring in-depth interviews with officers who work with Merlin day-to-day, this book delves into the surprising history of British police horses and how they are a key part of law enforcement around the world. Num Pages: 223 pages, black & white illustrations, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: BTP; WNF; WNGH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 137 x 19. Weight in Grams: 304.
Publisher
John Blake Publishing Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781782194651
ISBN
9781782194651
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.27

Paperback. The true story of a woman who uncovered the dramatic stories of her mother and sisters with the help of the award-winning television programme, Long Lost Family. Series: Long Lost Family. Num Pages: 288 pages, (1x8pp plates). BIC Classification: BM; VFV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 130 x 197 x 20. Weight in Grams: 204.
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
TV tie-in edition
Condition
New
SKU
KEX0296066
ISBN
9780008133078
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 4.99

Paperback. A timeless classic that should be on every book-lover's 'must read' list. First published in 1971, 84 CHARING CROSS ROAD has never been out of print. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: BGA; DN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 179 x 110 x 15. Weight in Grams: 126.
Publisher
Little, Brown Book Group
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780751503845
ISBN
9780751503845
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.26

Paperback. Over the centuries, South London has witnessed literally thousands of murders. Based on documents, trial and inquest transcripts, personal stories and contemporary newspaper reports, as well as visits to the crime scenes, this work is a study of cases that have shocked both capital and country. Series: Sutton True Crime History. Num Pages: 134 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; BTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 173 x 9. Weight in Grams: 358.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
144
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
0th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750944267
ISBN
9780750944267
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.54

Paperback. Twins Ron and Reg Kray were without doubt the most powerful, violent and deadly gangsters that London has ever known. They ran protection rackets, clubs and casinos, as well as fraudulent 'long firms'. They blackmailed, intimidated and killed. This title tells the story of their lives. Num Pages: 336 pages, 1 x 8pp b/w. BIC Classification: BG; BTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 198 x 136 x 23. Weight in Grams: 254.
Publisher
Transworld Publishers Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845967741
ISBN
9781845967741
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.79

Hardback. Pensive, mercurial, and often funny, the private Robert Frost remains less appreciated than the public poet. This edition of the correspondence of this complex and subtle verbal artist, includes hundreds of unpublished letters whose literary interest is on a par with Dickinson, Lowell, and Beckett. Num Pages: 600 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; BJ; DSBH; DSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 239 x 166 x 46. Weight in Grams: 1226.
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Number of pages
600
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Edition
annotated edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674057609
ISBN
9780674057609
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 54.99
€ 46.30

Paperback. The truth & the myths about the legless Battle of Britain fighter ace Num Pages: 384 pages, 60. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJH; BGH; HBWQ; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 129 x 198 x 24. Weight in Grams: 270.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445638195
ISBN
9781445638195
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.77

paperback. Part of a series of books which examines real-life stories that have made newspaper headlines around the world, this looks at serial killers. Other titles available include "The World's Greatest Blunders" and "The World's Greatest Cults". Series: The Worlds Greatest. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; BTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 127 x 12. Weight in Grams: 134. Part of a series of books which examines real-life stories that have made newspaper headlines around the world, this looks at serial killers. Other titles available include "The World's Greatest Blunders" and "The World's Greatest Cults". Series: The Worlds Greatest. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; BTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 127 x 12. Weight in Grams: 134. Good copy with some shelf wear. Previous owner's markings on inside cover, half title page and title page.
Condition
Used, Good
Number of pages
192
Publisher
Octopus Publishing Group United Kingdom
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
SKU
KTG0011522
ISBN
9780753700891
Paperback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 4.99

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