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Biography
Paperback. At the start of the twentieth century, Rainer Maria Rilke wrote a series of letters to a young officer cadet, advising him on writing, love, sex, suffering and the nature of advice itself; these profound and lyrical letters have since become hugely influential for writers and artists of all kinds. This edition deals with these letters. Translator(s): Louth, Charlie. Num Pages: 112 pages. BIC Classification: BJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 130 x 7. Weight in Grams: 92.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780141192321
- ISBN
- 9780141192321
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 10.99€ 9.59
€ 10.99
€ 9.59
Paperback. Offers a glimpse into the literary and social circles of London and Paris, during the Second World War and for twenty years after. Num Pages: 560 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: BJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 130 x 25. Weight in Grams: 412.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780141193922
- ISBN
- 9780141193922
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 13.91
€ 19.99
€ 13.91
Paperback. Steven Patrick Morrissey was born in Manchester on May 22nd 1959. Singer-songwriter and co-founder of the Smiths, Morrissey has been a solo artist for twenty-six years, during which time he has had three number 1 albums in England in three different decades. This book deals with his work and life. Series: Penguin Modern Classics. Num Pages: 480 pages, illustrations (black and white). BIC Classification: AVGP; AVH; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 129 x 34. Weight in Grams: 324.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780141394817
- ISBN
- 9780141394817
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.99€ 10.82
€ 11.99
€ 10.82
Paperback. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: BGH; BGL; HBAH; HBWC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780141979472
- ISBN
- 9780141979472
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 16.46
€ 25.99
€ 16.46
Paperback. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: 1DST; 3JJ; 3JM; BGSA; KJMB; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 20. Weight in Grams: 234.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780241244944
- ISBN
- 9780241244944
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 12.99€ 11.14
€ 12.99
€ 11.14
Paperback. Num Pages: 512 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JB; BGR; HBJD1; HBLH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780241963654
- ISBN
- 9780241963654
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.08
€ 13.99
€ 11.08
Paperback. Born into one of Pakistan's most influential families, Tehmina Durrani was raised in the privileged milieu of Lahore high society. She was expected to marry a wealthy Muslim, bear him children and lead a sheltered life of leisure. This is the story of Tehmina's rebellion from an unhappy marriage. Num Pages: 384 pages, 8pp b&w photographs. BIC Classification: 1FKP; BGHA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 180 x 106 x 25. Weight in Grams: 204.
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Corgi
- Condition
- New
- Format
- Paperback
- SKU
- 9780552142397
- ISBN
- 9780552142397
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 10.99€ 9.70
€ 10.99
€ 9.70
Paperback. This title is a reissue of a shocking true story of life behind the veil. Num Pages: 304 pages, maps. BIC Classification: 1FBXS; BGH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 176 x 108 x 20. Weight in Grams: 158.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Bantam
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780553816952
- ISBN
- 9780553816952
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.99€ 9.75
€ 11.99
€ 9.75
Paperback. From Kurosawa's epic "Seven Samurai" to the figure of Darth Vader in "Star Wars", to Manga comics and video games, the figure of the fighting samurai inspires us. This book lets us discover the truth behind the legend. Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; 3JH; BGH; HBJF; WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 134 x 25. Weight in Grams: 284.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Bantam Press.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780553825282
- ISBN
- 9780553825282
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 11.01
€ 14.99
€ 11.01
Paperback. A memoir, in which, the author brings to life his childhood in the 70s, from his bedroom bursting with fox skulls, birds' eggs and sweaty jam jars, to his feral adventures. But pervading his story is the search for freedom, meaning and acceptance in a world that didn't understand him. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKES; 3JJPL; BM; JFFZ; PSVW6. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 198 x 126. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Ebury Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9781785033506
- ISBN
- 9781785033506
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 12.94
€ 16.99
€ 12.94
Paperback. BIC Classification: BM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2022
- Publisher
- Faber & Faber
- Edition
- Main
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780571219117
- ISBN
- 9780571219117
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 10.78
€ 13.99
€ 10.78
Paperback. Tells the story of Calzaghe's extraordinary life, from his humble beginnings in his hometown of Newbridge, to his ascent to personal greatness, becoming the first super middleweight boxer to win the prized belt awarded by The Ring, the bible of boxing. Num Pages: 336 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: BGSA; WSTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 195 x 130 x 24. Weight in Grams: 272.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Arrow
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780099509356
- ISBN
- 9780099509356
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 12.45
€ 14.99
€ 12.45
Paperback. Born into a theatrical family, Chaplin's father died of drink while his mother, unable to bear the poverty, suffered from bouts of insanity, Chaplin embarked on a film-making career which won him immeasurable success, as well as intense controversy. This autobiography constructs the poor London childhood and his prodigious life in the movies. Num Pages: 512 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: APB; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 129 x 23. Weight in Grams: 382.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Penguin Classics
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780141011479
- ISBN
- 9780141011479
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 11.74
€ 14.99
€ 11.74
Paperback. An autobiography by Brian Clough, who retired in 1993 amidst much press comment about his health and business affairs, after three decades of controversial and successful football management. He speaks of his career, and also his mother's influence, his relationship with his wife, and his children. Num Pages: 352 pages, 8pp colour and 24pp b&w photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; BGSA; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 180 x 109 x 23. Weight in Grams: 188.
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Corgi
- Condition
- New
- Format
- Paperback
- SKU
- 9780552140034
- ISBN
- 9780552140034
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.99€ 10.38
€ 11.99
€ 10.38
Paperback. Paul Weller has used thirty-years of lyrics to explore his personal history and beliefs. Taking as his starting point these lyrics, alongside a lifetime's friendship, Paolo Hewitt shows us the real Paul Weller, the man inside the music. Num Pages: 368 pages, ports. (chiefly col.). BIC Classification: AVGP; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 195 x 129 x 23. Weight in Grams: 260.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Corgi
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780552156097
- ISBN
- 9780552156097
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 12.99€ 11.01
€ 12.99
€ 11.01
Paperback. What does it mean to be English? What does it mean to be British? Is the cross of St George a proud symbol of a great tradition, or the badge of a neo-Nazi? Our identity can change depending on what company we are in. This book presents insights and offers a positive hope for a country teetering on the brink of catastrophe. Num Pages: 384 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: AVGP; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 128 x 24. Weight in Grams: 266.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Black Swan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780552772426
- ISBN
- 9780552772426
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 12.41
€ 15.99
€ 12.41
Paperback. 6 April 1994: In the skies above Rwanda the president's plane is shot down in flames. Near Kigali, Jean-Pierre holds his family close, fearing for their lives as the violence escalates. This book sheds light on this incident. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: 1HFGR; 3JJPR; BGH; HBJH; HBLW3; HBTZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 127 x 25. Weight in Grams: 248.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Black Swan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780552775335
- ISBN
- 9780552775335
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 12.99€ 11.08
€ 12.99
€ 11.08
Paperback. Three years into his solo adventure in rural France, Michael Wright has everything he ever wanted: a ramshackle house, several manly power tools, a cat, a grand piano and a vintage aircraft. Yet the lovelier his life becomes, the lonelier he feels. Three unfulfilled wishes return to haunt him. Num Pages: 480 pages, Illustrated map. BIC Classification: 1DDF; BM; WTL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 128 x 31. Weight in Grams: 330.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Bantam
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780553819380
- ISBN
- 9780553819380
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 12.99€ 11.08
€ 12.99
€ 11.08
Paperback. In the 1930s, as the world hurtled towards terrible global conflict, speed was all the rage. It was described by Aldous Huxley as 'the one genuinely modern pleasure', and one of the fastest and most thrilling ways to attain it was through the new sport of bobsledding. This book tells stories of the fastest men on ice. Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBBEY; 3JJG; BGS; WSBB; WSBX; WSW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 129 x 200 x 27. Weight in Grams: 294.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Transworld Publishers Ltd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780857502650
- ISBN
- 9780857502650
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 10.99€ 9.70
€ 10.99
€ 9.70
Paperback. Aged just 17, the author walked on stage for the first time in a Glasgow comedy club and brought the house down. He only had a five-minute set but in that short time he discovered that he really could earn a living from making people laugh. This book deals with his life and work. Num Pages: 496 pages. BIC Classification: ASZB; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 199 x 130 x 35. Weight in Grams: 394.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9781405913768
- ISBN
- 9781405913768
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 12.58
€ 16.99
€ 12.58