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Biography

Paperback. An extraordinarily moving and honest memoir by John Lennon's sister revealing for the first time the often painful and lonely childhood that was to have such reverberations for his and her own life. Num Pages: 352 pages, 2 x b&w photos. BIC Classification: AVGP; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 195 x 132 x 25. Weight in Grams: 288.
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton General Division
Number of pages
352
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780340839256
ISBN
9780340839256
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.20

Hardback. Answers the question, 'how does one read an author', by undertaking an experiment in critical biography. This book provides an original way of reading, one that captures with variety and subtlety the personality that exists only in Woolf's works and in the minds of her readers. Num Pages: 232 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; BGL; DSBH. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 23. Weight in Grams: 371.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691138121
ISBN
9780691138121
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 24.42

Paperback. Presents an account of Andy McNab, from the day he was found in a carrier bag on the steps of Guy's Hospital to the day he went to fight in the Gulf War. Recounting his activities in the Special Forces unit, McNab offers an insight into the world of surveillance and intelligence gathering, counter-terrorism and hostage rescue. Num Pages: 496 pages. BIC Classification: BGA; JWH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 128 x 32. Weight in Grams: 360.
Publisher
Corgi
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780552153584
ISBN
9780552153584
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 11.65

Paperback. This extraordinary story is told from the archive documents in the case of Sister Benedetta Carlini, an Abbess who was imprisoned for thirty-five years after being found guilty of a lesbian relationship with another nun. Series: Studies in the History of Sexuality. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: BGA. Dimension: 203 x 134. Weight in Grams: 246.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1986
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780195042252
ISBN
9780195042252
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.92

Paperback. George Best is considered the greatest footballer of our time. Every man envied him and every woman adored him. To mark the 50th anniversary of his debut for Manchester United, this book presents Best at his glorious peak - the precocious goals, the labyrinthine runs, the poise and balletic balance and the body swerves. Num Pages: 528 pages, Illustrations (black and white, and colour). BIC Classification: BGS; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 130 x 197 x 35. Weight in Grams: 408.
Publisher
Windmill Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780099558583
ISBN
9780099558583
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 11.66

Hardback. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: BGT; PDX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 152. .
Publisher
Chicago Review Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781613731109
ISBN
9781613731109
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 26.41

Paperback. This paperback edition is updated to include new insights into Holst's life and work resulting from the discovery of important unseen archival materials. Editor(s): Grogan, Christopher. Series: Aldeburgh Studies in Music. Num Pages: 522 pages, 54, 2 colour, 52 black and white. BIC Classification: AVGC6; AVH; BGF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1182. Series: Aldeburgh Studies in Music. 522 pages, 54, 2 colour, 52 black and white. Editor(s): Grogan, Christopher. This paperback edition is updated to include new insights into Holst's life and work resulting from the discovery of important unseen archival materials. Cateogry: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. BIC Classification: AVGC6; AVH; BGF. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 35. Weight: 1180.
Publisher
Boydell & Brewer Ltd
Number of pages
522
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843835998
ISBN
9781843835998
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 33.35

Paperback. Num Pages: 120 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: BGB; KCZ; KFFM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 156 x 230 x 14. Weight in Grams: 232.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Brick Tower Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9781883283629
ISBN
9781883283629
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.90

Paperback. Num Pages: 304 pages, 8pp Colour Photo Insert. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 161 x 18. Weight in Grams: 241.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Random House USA Inc United States
Edition
Reprint
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780345523266
ISBN
9780345523266
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 16.54

Paperback. Although numerous texts are available in translation that illustrate the papal side of the Investiture Controversy, few accounts exist that convey the position of secular leaders. Imperial Lives and Letters fills this gap, offering the full text of "The Deeds of Conrad II" (1024--1139) by Wipo, "Life of Emperor the Henry IV" (1056--1106) and the Letters of Henry IV. Translator(s): Mommsen, Theodor E.; Morrison, Karl F. Series: Records of Western Civilization Series. Num Pages: 224 pages, bibliography. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3H; BJ; HBJD; HBLC; HRCC1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 317.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231121217
ISBN
9780231121217
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 28.72

Hardback. Daughter of a Manchu aristocrat, granddaughter of a Boston merchant, Princess Der Ling was a fascinating human battleground of warring identities, and a figure whose life provides a glimpse into one Eurasian woman's experience of living not just between two cultures - that of China and the West. This book tells her story. Num Pages: 444 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPC; BG; HBJF; HBLW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 157 x 29. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Hong Kong University Press Hong Kong
Number of pages
444
Condition
New
SKU
V9789622098817
ISBN
9789622098817
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 49.83

Hardback. Three questions in 19th-century imperial Africa are covered here - the Krio and the British, the kingdom of Asante and partition of East Africa. Further studies discuss the 20th-century French leaving Africa and the British leaving the Middle East. There is a note on John Hargreaves and his work. Editor(s): Bridges, Roy. Series: Cambridge Imperial and Post-Colonial Studies Series. Num Pages: 213 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FB; 1H; BGH; HBJF1; HBJH; HBTQ; HBTR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 225 x 148 x 20. Weight in Grams: 402.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
213
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333741139
ISBN
9780333741139
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 122.61

Paperback. Num Pages: black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: BGX; HRCV9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 286.
Publisher
Baker Publishing Group
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780800797775
ISBN
9780800797775
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 13.27

Paperback. Here, the author illuminates the tensions that pervaded Mary Roberts Rineharta's life. Her commercial success conflicted with her domestic roles of wife and mother; she often endured periods of illness and depression but also pursued adventure. The author presents her as a woman of many complexities whose zest for life always prevailed. Num Pages: 308 pages, 26 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; BGL; DSBH; DSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 191 x 203 x 18. Weight in Grams: 408.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
University of Pittsburgh Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780822959120
ISBN
9780822959120
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 26.53

Hardback. The outrageous true story of the French plot to supply arms and ammunition to Washington's Continental Army, and the bold French spy, inventor, playwright, and rogue behind it all Num Pages: 260 pages, 38 illus. 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1DDF; BGHA; HBJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 526.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
University Press of New England United States
Number of pages
260
Condition
New
SKU
V9781584659259
ISBN
9781584659259
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 28.00
€ 27.79

Paperback. The untold story of the creative genius behind major 20th-century movements in therapy and theater and his lasting influence Num Pages: 304 pages, B&W photos throughout, B&W illustrations throughout. BIC Classification: BG; MMH; MMJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 443.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Bellevue Literary Press United States
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9781934137840
ISBN
9781934137840
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 20.35

Paperback. Num Pages: 144 pages, 10 black and white photographs. BIC Classification: ANC; BM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 157 x 10. Weight in Grams: 270.
Publisher
North Atlantic Books,U.S.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781583948439
ISBN
9781583948439
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 14.71

Paperback. A vast archive of documents, unread since the sixteenth century, revises the portrait of Spain's best-known king Num Pages: 456 pages, 45 col. illus. & 14 figs. BIC Classification: 1DSE; 3JB; BGH; BGR; HBJD; HBLH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 142 x 217 x 38. Weight in Grams: 644.
Publisher
Yale University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300216950
ISBN
9780300216950
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 19.41

Hardback. Presents the biography of Imre Nagy, a Communist leader. This book traces his life from his conventional, petty bourgeois childhood in south-west Hungary, through his tremendous political achievements and ultimate dramatic failure. Translator(s): Bak, Janos M. Series: Communist Lives. Num Pages: 288 pages, 16 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DVH; 3JJPG; BGH; JPFC; JPWQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 241 x 165 x 27. Weight in Grams: 590.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
288
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845119591
ISBN
9781845119591
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 151.53
€ 133.89

Paperback. This work explores the multiple tensions at the core of American writer Mary E. Wilkins Freeman's life and work. The book traces Freeman's evolution as a writer, showing how her work offers a feminist analysis of the lives of 19th-century American women. Num Pages: 280 pages, 15 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BG; DSBF; DSK; JFSJ1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 157 x 18. Weight in Grams: 467.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
University of Massachusetts Press
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781558490284
ISBN
9781558490284
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 26.41

Hardcover. Num Pages: 134 pages. BIC Classification: BGLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 285 x 196 x 15. Weight in Grams: 468.
Publisher
Otago University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781877578717
ISBN
9781877578717
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.43

Paperback. Num Pages: 207 pages. BIC Classification: 1KLCM; BM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 153 x 13. Weight in Grams: 340.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
University of Arizona Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780816520374
ISBN
9780816520374
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.40

Hardcover. Good copy with some shelf wear. Dustwrapper with minor edge wear and plastic covering. Book is good clean copy with light yellowing of pages
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1977
Publisher
Arbor House Pub Co
Condition
Used, Good
SKU
KKD0009664
ISBN
9780877951605
Hardback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 17.95

Hardback. Intimate recollections of a wondrous time and place. Num Pages: 236 pages, 48 illus. BIC Classification: APB; BGA; BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 21. Weight in Grams: 458.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
University Press of New England United States
Number of pages
236
Condition
New
SKU
V9780819568076
ISBN
9780819568076
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 22.42

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