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Paperback. An authorised biography of one of the great mystics of the 20th century. Bede believed that the future of the world depended on the marriage of East and West and spent his life trying to transcend the divisions between religions. In the 1950s he founded a religious community in Southern India as an international centre for all ages and faiths. Num Pages: 308 pages, col. Illustrations. BIC Classification: BG; HRAF; HRCX8. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 214 x 140 x 21. Weight in Grams: 460.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
John Hunt Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
308
Condition
New
SKU
V9781903816165
ISBN
9781903816165
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 15.43

Paperback. A lone policewoman disarms a knife-wielding schizophrenic; two officers drag a woman from a railway line seconds before an express train roars past; an undercover cop clings onto the bonnet of a drug-dealer's car as it speeds through a busy town centre. Num Pages: 384 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; BTC; JKSW1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 196 x 140 x 26. Weight in Grams: 282.
Publisher
Little, Brown Book Group
Number of pages
384
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472108326
ISBN
9781472108326
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.81

Paperback. Beyond the Box is the first full-length study of the ways in which Skinner's ideas left the laboratory to become part of the post-war public's everyday lives, and chronicles both the enthusiasm and caution with which this process was received. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 370.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Canada
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780802096180
ISBN
9780802096180
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 33.15

Hardcover. Heinrich Harrer, traveller, explorer and mountaineer led one of the most extraordinary lives of the twentieth century. This biography describes all his adventures, from the early days of climbing in the Alps, through his time in Tibet, to his expeditions including exploring the Congo with the King of Belgium and travels to remote parts. Translator(s): Carruthers, Tim. Num Pages: 511 pages, 40 colour pl. BIC Classification: BG; WT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 251 x 166 x 45. Weight in Grams: 1008. My Life Before, During and After; Heinrich Harrer. 511 pages, 40 colour pl. Heinrich Harrer, traveller, explorer and mountaineer led one of the most extraordinary lives of the twentieth century. This biography describes all his adventures, from the early days of climbing in the Alps, through his time in Tibet, to his expeditions including exploring the Congo with the King of Belgium and travels to remote parts. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: BG; WT. Dimension: 251 x 166 x 45. Weight: 1008. Translator(s): Carruthers, Tim.
Publisher
Labyrynth Press
Number of pages
511
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9781921196003
ISBN
9781921196003
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.41

Paperback. * The sequel to the no.1 bestselling THE ROAD TO NAB END. * ANGELA'S ASHES without the constant rain. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: BGA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 195 x 130 x 22. Weight in Grams: 216.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Abacus
Edition
paperback / softback
Condition
New
SKU
V9780349116228
ISBN
9780349116228
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.78

Hardcover. Collects the columns which baseball legend Jackie Robinson wrote for the New York Post and the New York Amsterdam News, as well as excerpts of letters between Robinson and politicians such as Lyndon Johnson and John F. Kennedy. The brevity of the columns and Robinson's vivid imagery and compelling voice make this an absorbing and very moving read. Num Pages: 248 pages. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 408.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Syracuse University Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780815610014
ISBN
9780815610014
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 20.69

Hardback. Under the blazing Iraqi sun in the summer of 2007, Shannon Meehan, a lieutenant in the U.S. Army, ordered a strike that would take the lives of innocent Iraqi civilians. He thought he was doing the right thing. He thought he was protecting his men. Num Pages: 260 pages, maps. BIC Classification: 1FBQ; 3JMC; BM; HBJF; HBLX; HBWS5. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 211 x 144 x 26. Weight in Grams: 460.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
260
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745646725
ISBN
9780745646725
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 22.14

Paperback. Under the blazing Iraqi sun in the summer of 2007, Shannon Meehan, a lieutenant in the U.S. Army, ordered a strike that would take the lives of innocent Iraqi civilians. He thought he was doing the right thing. He thought he was protecting his men. Num Pages: 280 pages, maps. BIC Classification: 1FBQ; BM; HBJF; HBLX; HBWS5. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 206 x 141 x 22. Weight in Grams: 370.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745635866
ISBN
9780745635866
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 21.03

Paperback. Num Pages: colour illustrations. BIC Classification: BGFA. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 210 x 137 x 14. Weight in Grams: 322.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Plexus Publishing Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
Original
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9780859654876
ISBN
9780859654876
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 17.26

Paperback. The first history of the Kansas Bureau of Investigation, from its creation in 1939 to 2007. Includes detailed accounts of the crimes, investigations, and arrests of some of the state's most infamous criminals, from Richard Hickock and Perry Smith of "In Cold Blood" to the BTK Killer. Num Pages: 406 pages. BIC Classification: BTC; JKVF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 544.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University Press of Kansas
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700620166
ISBN
9780700620166
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.33

Paperback. An inspirational memoir from a remarkable leader. Num Pages: 336 pages, black & white illustrations, colour illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: BGBA; KJ; KNBP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 130 x 22. Weight in Grams: 298.
Publisher
Orion Publishing Co United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780753828359
ISBN
9780753828359
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.86

Paperback. The author was born into the Church of Scientology. The niece of its current director, David Miscavige, she grew up at the center of this highly controversial organization, strictly adhering to its beliefs and practices. In this book, this insider with unprecedented first-hand knowledge pierces the veil of secrecy that has shrouded this religion. Num Pages: 416 pages, 50-60 Color Photos. BIC Classification: BGXA; HRQM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 218 x 165 x 29. Weight in Grams: 466.
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Number of pages
304
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
International ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780062248480
ISBN
9780062248480
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.63

Paperback. Abused by his priest. Betrayed by his church. This is the story of the boy who sued the Pope. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBR; BM; HRCC7; JFFE1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 129 x 21. Weight in Grams: 224.
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780340925287
ISBN
9780340925287
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.02

Paperback. An intimate, definitive celebration of the world's most adored and most successful star - contains a revised and updated chapter. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: AVGQ; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 129 x 25. Weight in Grams: 266.
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton General Division
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781473607354
ISBN
9781473607354
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.81

Paperback. Ascorching and deeply personal autobiography lifting the lid on the life and character of one of English rugby's most successful ever players. Num Pages: 352 pages, 16 pp colour plates. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJF1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 131 x 25. Weight in Grams: 274.
Publisher
Simon & Schuster UK
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847396518
ISBN
9781847396518
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.73

Paperback. A collection of extracts from the diaries and letters of young women who went on to become successful authors, including Sylvia Plath, Charlotte Bronte, Eileen Fairweather and Joan Aiken. In the LIVEWIRE series. Editor(s): Cole, Charlotte. Series: Livewire S. Num Pages: 150 pages. BIC Classification: 5AN; BJ; JFSJ1; YQE. Category: (Y) Teenage / Young Adult. Dimension: 198 x 130 x 11. Weight in Grams: 114. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Livewire Books for Teenagers
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KKD0004798
ISBN
9780704349551
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 17.95

Paperback. A collection of extracts from the diaries and letters of young women who went on to become successful authors, including Sylvia Plath, Charlotte Bronte, Eileen Fairweather and Joan Aiken. In the LIVEWIRE series. Editor(s): Cole, Charlotte. Series: Livewire S. Num Pages: 150 pages. BIC Classification: 5AN; BJ; JFSJ1; YQE. Category: (Y) Teenage / Young Adult. Dimension: 198 x 130 x 11. Weight in Grams: 114. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Livewire Books for Teenagers
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KKD0004768
ISBN
9780704349551
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 17.95

Paperback. On the morning of January 31, 2009, Roxana Saberi, an Iranian-American journalist working in Iran, was forced from her home by four men and secretly detained in Iran's notorious Evin Prison. This account describes the methods that Iranian hard-liners are using to try to intimidate and control many of the country's people. Num Pages: 336 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FBN; BGA; JKVP1; KNTJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 144 x 21. Weight in Grams: 252.
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780061965296
ISBN
9780061965296
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 15.58

Paperback. Abel Herzberg, a Dutch lawyer and writer - managed, in the hell of Bergen-Belsen, to keep a diary which chronicles the horrific reality of daily existence in the camp. This title, based on his diary, provides an eyewitness account of life in one of the most notorious Nazi concentration camps. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJH; BTP; HBJD; HBTZ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 131 x 17. Weight in Grams: 264.
Publisher
I.B. Tauris & Co. Ltd.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
9781845117504
ISBN
9781845117504
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 9.99

Hardback. Between Two Rivers chronicles the life of noted scholar of religion, politics, and philosophy, Ronald H. Stone. From childhood through retirement, it highlights Stone's focus on Christian social ethics and his writing in the area. The book includes insights into the renowned scholars Stone worked with, including Reinhold Niebuhr and Paul Tillich. Num Pages: 476 pages, 32 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: BGX; HRCX6. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 161 x 34. Weight in Grams: 908.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
476
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442250048
ISBN
9781442250048
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 69.87

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