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Biography

Hardback. Now in a new edition, this penetrating study by noted Yale historian Paul Bushkovitch casts new light on the profound impact of Peter the Great, one of the most revered and enigmatic leaders in world history, whose influence ultimately paved the way for liberalism, Western-style nationalism, and communism in Russia. Series: Critical Issues in World and International History. Num Pages: 184 pages. BIC Classification: 1DVUA; 3JD; 3JF; BGH; HBJD; HBLL. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 140. .
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442254619
ISBN
9781442254619
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 124.06

Paperback. An autobiography which describes the euphoric highs and desperate lows of Peter Swan's career. Num Pages: 240 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 126 x 19. Weight in Grams: 284.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752444376
ISBN
9780752444376
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.44

Paperback. Peter has graced the stage with many of the all-time greats from Laurence Olivier and Orson Wells to Judi Dench, and in Summer Wine & Other Stories speaks with great humour and candour about his experiences on and off camera. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: APB; APT; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 131 x 197 x 18. Weight in Grams: 214.
Publisher
John Blake Publishing Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781782197454
ISBN
9781782197454
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 9.33

Paperback. The tenor, Peter Pears, contributed to British musical life through his own singing, and as the inspiration of Benjamin Britten. This biography includes an account of Pears's childhood and school days at Lancing College, his academic career at Oxford and his early professional work as a BBC singer. Num Pages: 320 pages, 16pp photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; AVGC9; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 213 x 134 x 28. Weight in Grams: 460.
Publisher
Faber & Faber United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Edition
Main
Condition
New
SKU
V9780571170722
ISBN
9780571170722
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 18.40

Paperback. Born to a vagabond bookie working the U.K's racetracks, the author became the notorious sailor in Her Majesty's Royal Navy, and then worked as a street vendor, a paparazzo, a newsman, and a steeplejack before drifting into the London theatre. Series: Blood Moon's Babylon Series. Num Pages: 432 pages, 350 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: AN; APB; APF; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 153 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1074.
Publisher
Blood Moon Productions, Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781936003457
ISBN
9781936003457
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 29.24

Paperback. He made a major contribution to the progress of the Reformation through his lectures, letters, and publications from teaching posts at Oxford, Strasbourg, and Zurich. This book is an intimate account of this theologian's life and work. Includes illustrations. Num Pages: 225 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 3JB; BGH; HBG; HBLH; HRCM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 149 x 12. Weight in Grams: 318.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
University Press of America United States
Number of pages
225
Condition
New
SKU
V9780819190581
ISBN
9780819190581
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 81.01

Hardcover. Biography of Oxford Classics don who led intriguing life. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; BGL; DSB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 149 x 223 x 37. Weight in Grams: 800.
Publisher
Signal Books Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781908493989
ISBN
9781908493989
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 25.33

Hardcover. In good to very good condition. A fine reading copy
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
PublicAffairs New York
Number of pages
352
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
KRS0014447
ISBN
9781586485177
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Hardcover. Peter Hubner began his career as an orthopaedic shoemaker and moved on to cabinet-making before studying architecture. In the 1960s, he became a successful designer of prefabricated buildings and sanitary units. This book explores various issues. Num Pages: 358 pages, 500 colour & b/w illus. BIC Classification: ACX; AGB; AMB; BG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 310 x 289 x 31. Weight in Grams: 2708.
Publisher
Edition Axel Menges Germany
Number of pages
358
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9783932565021
ISBN
9783932565021
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 58.15
€ 45.45

Paperback. Presents an overview of Peter Drucker's contributions to management. Num Pages: 464 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: BGB; KJC; KJM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 189 x 28. Weight in Grams: 662.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Number of pages
464
Condition
New
SKU
V9780787960667
ISBN
9780787960667
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 33.28

Paperback. Examines the career and the movies of Peter Cushing from his film debut in "The Man in the Iron Mask" (1939) through "Biggles" (1985). Using interviews and personal correspondence, this book provides Cushing's own views on many of his 91 films. Num Pages: 485 pages, photos, references, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: APF; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 155 x 27. Weight in Grams: 670.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
McFarland
Condition
New
SKU
V9780786444953
ISBN
9780786444953
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.64

Hardcover. With his easy charm, down-to-earth personality and natural good looks, it's no wonder that Peter Andre has legions of fans across the globe. From presenting television shows to mastering ballroom dancing on Strictly Come Dancing, this book invites you to take a look behind the scenes of his incredible life. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: APT; AVGP; AVH; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 253 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1045.
Publisher
Bantam Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780593077689
ISBN
9780593077689
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 18.09

Paperback. 'The Voice of Golf' tells his compelling and colourful life story in this revealing autobiography. Num Pages: 320 pages, colour and black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 131 x 23. Weight in Grams: 288.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780340834008
ISBN
9780340834008
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.35

Paperback. He is one of the greatest musical talents Britain has ever produced. But even as the principle songwriter and lead guitarist for The Who, it would be unjust to define Pete Townshend's life simply through his achievements with bandmates Daltrey, Moon and Entwistle. Num Pages: 544 pages, (2x8pp colour plates). BIC Classification: AVGP; AVH; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 129 x 43. Weight in Grams: 468.
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Number of pages
544
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780007479160
ISBN
9780007479160
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 12.87

Paperback. Num Pages: black & white illustrations, black & white plates, colour plates. BIC Classification: BGS; WSBX; WSJM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 211 x 140 x 28. Weight in Grams: 522.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
Edition
1st
Condition
New
SKU
V9781589975354
ISBN
9781589975354
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.45

Paperback. Num Pages: 284 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: APB; APT; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 257 x 179 x 23. Weight in Grams: 510.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
McFarland & Company
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780786496969
ISBN
9780786496969
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 40.91

Paperback. In hardback MY PRODIGAL SON received a huge amount of press attention, including a high-profile three-day serialisation in The Times, TV appearances on Richard and Judy and The Sharon Osbourne Show, and interviews on Woman's Hour and Simon Mayo's Radio 5 show Num Pages: 272 pages, 2x8pp b/w photos. BIC Classification: AVGP; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 18. Weight in Grams: 210.
Publisher
Headline Publishing Group United Kingdom
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780755316090
ISBN
9780755316090
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.78

Hardback. Few figures in modern French history have aroused more controversy than Marshal Philippe Petain, who rose from obscurity to great fame in the First World War only to fall into infamy during the dark days of Nazi occupation in World War II. This volume examines his life and career. Num Pages: 150 pages, 16 illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: BGH; HBJD; HBWN; JW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 203 x 127 x 20. Weight in Grams: 272.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Potomac Books Inc United States
Number of pages
150
Condition
New
SKU
V9781574885989
ISBN
9781574885989
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 21.01

Hardcover. Editor(s): Grolier, M. S. Num Pages: 129 pages. BIC Classification: BTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 160 x 15. Weight in Grams: 362.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
129
Condition
New
SKU
V9781590333815
ISBN
9781590333815
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 93.73
€ 71.61

Paperback. A collection of personal stories about running and an examination of the culture surrounding the sport Num Pages: 184 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 215 x 141 x 10. Weight in Grams: 226.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
University of Nebraska Press United States
Number of pages
184
Condition
New
SKU
V9780803234260
ISBN
9780803234260
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 19.69

Paperback. Faced with cancer and financial ruin, the Civil War's greatest general and former president, Ulysses S Grant wrote his personal memoirs to secure his family's future. In doing so, he won himself a unique place in American letters. This title deals with his life as a soldier. Num Pages: 704 pages, 48 pp b&w illustrations & maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; BGHA; DSBF; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 146 x 195 x 33. Weight in Grams: 484.
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
704
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Edition
New ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780140437010
ISBN
9780140437010
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.43

Paperback. Tells the story of two Persian noblemen who have left their country - the modern Iran - to journey to Europe in search of wisdom. This title explains the libertarian, critical spirit of the early eighteenth century. Translator(s): Betts, C. J. Num Pages: 352 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AFS; BG; BJ; DSBD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 127 x 22. Weight in Grams: 276.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1973
Publisher
Penguin Classics
Condition
New
SKU
V9780140442816
ISBN
9780140442816
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 14.62

Paperback. Tells the story of Marjane Satrapi's life in Tehran from the ages of six to fourteen, years that saw the overthrow of the Shah's regime, the triumph of the Islamic Revolution and the devastating effects of war with Iraq. This book paints a portrait of daily life in Iran and of the contradictions between home life and public life. Num Pages: 352 pages, Black and white throughout. BIC Classification: 1FBN; BG; FX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 199 x 28. Weight in Grams: 336.
Publisher
Vintage Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
Media tie-in
Condition
New
SKU
V9780099523994
ISBN
9780099523994
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.81

Hardcover. "Persepolis" ended in a cliffhanger in 1984, just as 14 year old Marjane was leaving behind her home in Tehran, escaping fundamentalism and the war in Iraq to begin a new life in the West. Here we follow her through the next eight years of her life - four years in Vienna, and four years back in Iran. Num Pages: 192 pages, b&w drawings throught. BIC Classification: BGA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 161 x 21. Weight in Grams: 388.
Publisher
Jonathan Cape
Number of pages
192
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9780224074407
ISBN
9780224074407
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 14.96

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