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Paperback. Best known as a fine composer, the twelfth-century German abbess Hildegard of Bingen was also a religious leader and visionary, a poet, naturalist and writer of medical treatises. This book paints a portrait of her extraordinary life against the turbulent medieval background of crusade and schism, scientific discovery and cultural revolution. Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: BGH; BGX; HRCS1; HRCX8. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 130 x 23. Weight in Grams: 286.
Publisher
Faber & Faber
Number of pages
352
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
Main
Condition
New
SKU
V9780571302437
ISBN
9780571302437
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

Paperback. A hugely enjoyable and life-affirming memoir from the ever-popular ex-cricketer and now successful broadcaster. Num Pages: 320 pages, 30 colour photos. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; 3JJPK; BGSA; WSJC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 131 x 198 x 23. Weight in Grams: 252.
Publisher
Headline Publishing Group
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472229373
ISBN
9781472229373
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.89

Paperback. An indispensable and captivating document, now back in print! Series: Russian Music Studies. Num Pages: 520 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: BGF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 156 x 235 x 32. Weight in Grams: 856.
Publisher
Indiana University Press United States
Number of pages
528
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780253214218
ISBN
9780253214218
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 33.25

Paperback. The last journals of Charles Bukowski, illustrated by the comic art of Robert Crumb. Following a world-weary Bukowski as he nears the end of his life, most of the entries are written in the middle of the night, during the precious hours when the ever-present shadow of mortality was held at bay. Illustrator(s): Crumb, Robert. Num Pages: 152 pages, ill. BIC Classification: 2ABM; BGA; DNF; DSBH; DSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 149 x 11. Weight in Grams: 168.
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
140
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Edition
1st
Condition
New
SKU
V9781574230581
ISBN
9781574230581
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.66

Paperback. Contains information on Kenneth Noye's criminal dealings, the truth of his life of crime. This book attempts to penetrate the inner sanctum of Noye's closest family and criminal associates to paint a portrait of a brilliant master criminal. It also details how Noye continues to control his extensive criminal empire from behind bars. Num Pages: 288 pages, photos. BIC Classification: BTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 178 x 93 x 23. Weight in Grams: 222. Public Enemy No 1. 288 pages, photos. Contains information on Kenneth Noye's criminal dealings, the truth of his life of crime. This book attempts to penetrate the inner sanctum of Noye's closest family and criminal associates to paint a portrait of a brilliant master criminal. It also details how Noye continues to control his extensive criminal empire from behind bars. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: BTC. Dimension: 178 x 93 x 23. Weight: 186.
Publisher
John Blake
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
New edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781844541935
ISBN
9781844541935
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.90

Paperback. An account of Hollywood legend Howard Hughes - reissued to tie-in with release of Scorsese biopic "The Aviator" starring Leonardo DiCaprio Num Pages: 496 pages, Section: 16, b/w. BIC Classification: 3JJ; BG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 126 x 31. Weight in Grams: 354.
Publisher
Little, Brown Book Group
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9780751536362
ISBN
9780751536362
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.41

Remembering the times they shared together and featuring interviews with those who knew and worked with her dad - including Judi Dench, Ray Winstone and Robert Zemeckis, the author presents a revealing portrait of one of the country's best-loved actors, and a moving story of a close bond between father and daughter. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: APB; APF; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 146 x 223 x 27. Weight in Grams: 386.
Number of pages
240
Publisher
Cornerstone United Kingdom
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
9780091959074
ISBN
9780091959074
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 6.00

Paperback. A translation of the classic autobiography by Tomas O'Crohan based on the fullest and most definitive 2002 Irish language edition by Prof. Sean O Coileain. Translator(s): Bannister, Garry; Sowby, David. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: BGLA; HBJD1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 136 x 22. Weight in Grams: 410.
Publisher
Gill & Macmillan Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
Unabridged
Condition
New
SKU
V9780717157945
ISBN
9780717157945
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 12.99
€ 11.92

Paperback. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; VFJB; WSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 205 x 135 x 28. Weight in Grams: 238.
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780062346209
ISBN
9780062346209
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 18.76

Paperback. Clive Wearing has one of the most extreme cases of amnesia ever known. A brilliant conductor and BBC music producer, Clive was at the height of his success when the illness struck. This is the story of a life lived outside time, and of a marriage, of a bond that runs deeper than conscious thought. Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: BG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 133 x 25. Weight in Grams: 282.
Publisher
Corgi
Number of pages
400
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780552771696
ISBN
9780552771696
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.85

Paperback. A book that merges the classic misery memoir with a horrific true-life crime that has fascinated Ireland for over 30 years Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: BT; JFFE1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 129 x 21. Weight in Grams: 232.
Publisher
Headline Review
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780755319053
ISBN
9780755319053
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 12.61

Paperback. The remarkable story of the young wife of Henry Grattan Guinness, one of the Victorian period's great evangelists - a life that sheds light on the interplay of faith, politics and family life through the historic times of the early twentieth century. Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: BGX; HRCV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 131 x 197 x 29. Weight in Grams: 284.
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton General Division
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781444753417
ISBN
9781444753417
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.89

Paperback. Two-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize David McCullough tells the dramatic story-behind-the-story about the brothers who taught the world how to fly. Num Pages: 336 pages, 3 x 16pp b-w plates. BIC Classification: BG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 130. .
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781471150388
ISBN
9781471150388
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.78

Paperback. Features Julian Clary's story, in his own words - the tale of an awkward schoolboy who became a huge worldwide success on stage and screen. Far more than just another celebrity autobiography or 'funny book', this is a witty account of a unique progression from shy child to comedy icon. Num Pages: 336 pages, 16. BIC Classification: APT; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 127 x 21. Weight in Grams: 236.
Publisher
Ebury Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780091908720
ISBN
9780091908720
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.06

Paperback. Clarissa brings us her outspoken views and humourous stories as she travels around the heart of Britain in this top ten Sunday Times bestseller. Num Pages: 304 pages, 1 x 8pp section. BIC Classification: BM; WBB; WND. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 20. Weight in Grams: 222.
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780340977477
ISBN
9780340977477
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.33

Paperback. On a 6,000-mile train trip across the North American continent from New York City to the West Coast, then back to New York ,Jonathan Goodman visited a number of sites of notorious murders. This is a fusion of true crime and travel writing, with reflections on American manners and morals observed during this serendipitous transcontinental journey. Num Pages: 208 pages, 27 photographs & illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BTC; WTL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 222 x 152 x 16. Weight in Grams: 327.
Publisher
Kent State University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Edition
1st
Condition
New
SKU
KEX0227609
ISBN
9780873388252
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 4.99

Paperback. The enthralling story of the courageous and stoical wife of the world-renowned explorer and missionary, David Livingstone. In the history books, Mary Livingstone is a shadow in the blaze of her husband's sun, a whisper in the thunderclap of his reputation. Yet she her own feats as an early traveller in uncharted Africa are unique. Num Pages: 448 pages. BIC Classification: 1H; BGH; RGR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 158 x 23. Weight in Grams: 422.
Publisher
St Andrew Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780715209660
ISBN
9780715209660
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 19.60

Paperback. .
Publisher
Aurum Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2018
Condition
New
SKU
V9781781315422
ISBN
9781781315422
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.25

Paperback. In the eyes of many, Magda Goebbels was the "First Lady" of the Reich. How did this devoted mother of six, the poster-child of family values during the Third Reich, turn into Medea and poison these same children? Anja Klabunde's biography examines her complex life. Num Pages: 384 pages, Section: 16, b/w. BIC Classification: 1DFG; BGH; HBJD; HBTZ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 127 x 26. Weight in Grams: 276.
Publisher
Little, Brown Book Group
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Condition
New
SKU
V9780751534481
ISBN
9780751534481
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 15.19

Paperback. The controversial, ground-breaking biography of Caravaggio Num Pages: 592 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: ACQB; AFC; AGB; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 40. Weight in Grams: 506. 592 pages, Illustrations (some col.). The controversial, ground-breaking biography of Caravaggio. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: ACQB; AFC; AGB; BGF. Dimension: 197 x 129 x 40. Weight: 436.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
592
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
Re-issue
Condition
New
SKU
V9781408819890
ISBN
9781408819890
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 18.65

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