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Paperback. Brings together the author's lifetime's experience of travelling in tribal lands in a searing condemnation of the lethal impact of North American fundamentalist Christian missionaries on aboriginal life throughout the world. Editor(s): Murphy, Clive. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: BG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 141 x 214 x 18. Weight in Grams: 296. The Memoirs of a Gamekeeper. 256 pages. Editor(s): Murphy, Clive. Brings together the author's lifetime's experience of travelling in tribal lands in a searing condemnation of the lethal impact of North American fundamentalist Christian missionaries on aboriginal life throughout the world. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: BG. Dimension: 141 x 214 x 18. Weight: 296.
Publisher
Eland Books
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781906011123
ISBN
9781906011123
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 14.82

Paperback. One of the twentieth century's greatest composers, Jean Sibelius (1865-1957) virtually stopped writing music during the last thirty years of his life. Focusing on different parts of Sibelius' life, the author explores the composer's formative experiences as a Russian subject and a member of the Swedish-speaking Finnish minority. Num Pages: 549 pages, 12 colour plates, 36 halftones, 47 musical examples. BIC Classification: 1DNF; AVGC6; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 253 x 178 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1230.
Publisher
University of Chicago Press
Number of pages
549
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226005478
ISBN
9780226005478
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 47.99
€ 37.34

Hardcover. Jean Sibelius (1865-1957) is one of the twentieth century's greatest composers. This biography explores the composer's formative experiences as a Russian subject and a member of the Swedish-speaking Finnish minority. It traces Sibelius' relationships with his creative contemporaries, with whom he worked to usher in a golden age of music and art. Num Pages: 496 pages, 8 colour plates, 36 halftones, 47 musical examples. BIC Classification: AVGC6; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 184 x 261 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1416.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226304779
ISBN
9780226304779
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 94.64
€ 79.37

Paperback. A shocking expose of an extraordinary Siberian criminal underworld Translator(s): Hunt, Jonathan. Num Pages: 464 pages, No Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FCS; BM; BTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 30. Weight in Grams: 328. 384 pages, Illustrations. A shocking expose of an extraordinary Siberian criminal underworld. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1FCS; BM; BTC. Dimension: 198 x 129 x 30. Weight: 326.
Publisher
Canongate Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
Main
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847679338
ISBN
9781847679338
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.03

Paperback. Aged seven, Scannella's world turns upside down when he is uprooted from his English home, and sent to the heartland of the Cosa Nostra. He forgets that he ever spoke English and survives by the his wit and his fists, adopting the machismo ways of his elders. Every day is a fight for survival, gang violence is the norm, and the Mafia rules. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: 1DSTC; BTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 150 x 31. Weight in Grams: 620.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Medina Publishing
Condition
New
SKU
V9781909339279
ISBN
9781909339279
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.46

Paperback. Covering Sid's early years in South Africa and life as a ladies' hairdresser, his obsession with gambling and women, his questioning by Scotland Yard in a murder case, Hancock's Half Hour and the Carry On films, and Sid's death on stage at the age of 63, Cliff Goodwin reveals the amazing truth behing the legend. Num Pages: 256 pages, ill. BIC Classification: APB; APF; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 179 x 110 x 19. Weight in Grams: 218.
Publisher
Ebury Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780753539132
ISBN
9780753539132
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.00

Hardcover. Sidney Bechet ranks among the greatest of the early masters of jazz, up there with Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington and Dizzy Gillespie. Born of a Creole family in New Orleans, and very conscious of the evils of slavery, his genius flowered at an early age. He is acknowledged as the greatest ever player of the soprano saxophone and he also played th Num Pages: 204 pages, pictures. BIC Classification: AVGJ; AVH; AVRN; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 164 x 26. Weight in Grams: 900.
Publisher
Books of Africa Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780992686345
ISBN
9780992686345
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 20.69

Paperback.

This major new book offers a much-needed introduction to the work of Siegfried Kracauer, one of the main intellectual figures in the orbit of the Frankfurt School of Critical Theory. Series: Key Contemporary Thinkers. Num Pages: 248 pages. BIC Classification: 2ACG; APFA; BG; DSK; JHB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 153 x 21. Weight in Grams: 434.

Publisher
Polity Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
248
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745629629
ISBN
9780745629629
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.66

Hardback. This major new book offers a much-needed introduction to the work of Siegfried Kracauer, one of the main intellectual figures in the orbit of the Frankfurt School of Critical Theory. Series: Key Contemporary Thinkers. Num Pages: 280 pages. BIC Classification: 2ACG; APFA; BG; DSK; JHB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 153 x 26. Weight in Grams: 556.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780745629612
ISBN
9780745629612
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 72.84

Paperback. The authorized biography of a literary legend, written with unique access to all of Sassoon's previously unseen papers Num Pages: 656 pages. BIC Classification: BGL; DSBH; DSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 128 x 199 x 43. Weight in Grams: 506.
Publisher
Pan Macmillan
Number of pages
656
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
Main Market Ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447243281
ISBN
9781447243281
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 14.92

Paperback. In refreshing contrast to most other books on Sigmund Freud, this is a highly accessible account of his life and ideas, which focuses on the relevance of Freud's work for contemporary approaches to counselling and psychotherapy. Series: Key Figures in Counselling and Psychotherapy Series. Num Pages: 178 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: BG; JMAF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 139 x 9. Weight in Grams: 256.
Publisher
SAGE Publications Inc
Number of pages
178
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Edition
Second
Condition
New
SKU
V9780761941101
ISBN
9780761941101
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 64.38

Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: BGH; JMAF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 133 x 198 x 8. Weight in Grams: 164.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750962636
ISBN
9780750962636
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.34

Paperback. Num Pages: 334 pages. BIC Classification: 2ADF; BG; DSBH; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 223 x 142 x 19. Weight in Grams: 410.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
University of Minnesota Press United States
Number of pages
334
Condition
New
SKU
V9780816631070
ISBN
9780816631070
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 26.40

Paperback. Natalie Taylor, newly married to her childhood sweetheart and expecting their first child, is suddenly widowed in a senseless accident. Her journey from wife to widow to mother is a story of sadness, hope and inspiration. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: BM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 129 x 198 x 21. Weight in Grams: 228.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
John Murray Press
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9781444724684
ISBN
9781444724684
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.43

Paperback. The first inspirational memoir by a victim of sibling rape - this is the harrowing account of a little girl who was sexually abused by the older brother she adored, and became pregnant with his baby at just twelve years old. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: BGA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 19. Weight in Grams: 194.
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780340976777
ISBN
9780340976777
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.09

Paperback. At the 1968 Olympics, Tommie Smith came in first in the 200-meter dash. As they received their medals, he and bronze winner John Carlos each raised a black-gloved fist, creating an indelible image of courage and protest that still resonates forty years later. This autobiography presents the story of that moment. Num Pages: 288 pages, 15 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 154 x 16. Weight in Grams: 430.
Publisher
Temple University Press,U.S. United States
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781592136407
ISBN
9781592136407
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 27.48

Hardcover. "I am just one of many who experienced life on a submarine during World War II. Silent Running is a story sincerely told--free of any revisionism or cynicism--and I commend Vice Admiral Calvert for sharing this dramatic personal account of that difficult and exciting time. Num Pages: 304 pages, illustrations facsim., maps, portraits. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; 1KBB; 3JJH; BTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 239 x 168 x 24. Weight in Grams: 604.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471127789
ISBN
9780471127789
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 32.57

Paperback. "I am just one of many who experienced life on a submarine during World War II. Silent Running is a story sincerely told--free of any revisionism or cynicism--and I commend Vice Admiral Calvert for sharing this dramatic personal account of that difficult and exciting time. Num Pages: 312 pages, illustrations facsim., maps., portraits. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; 1KBB; 3JJH; BTM; JWF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 163 x 21. Weight in Grams: 382.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Number of pages
312
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471197058
ISBN
9780471197058
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 20.23

Paperback. An in-depth investigation into the history and exploits of the Royal Navy Submarine Service based on first-hand accounts Num Pages: 416 pages, 16pp b/w photos. BIC Classification: BG; HBG; HBLW3; HBWQ; JWF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 178 x 114 x 25. Weight in Grams: 270. Good clean copy with minor shelf wear
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Headline
Condition
Used, Very Good
Format
Paperback
SKU
KSS0001392
ISBN
9780747238058
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. The harrowing sequel to number-one-bestselling BEHIND CLOSED DOORS. A top 10 bestseller in hardback, Jenny and her sister Kim tell the shocking story of an abusive relationship, teenage pregnancy, and their brother's early death. Num Pages: 400 pages, 1 x 8pp of colour photos. BIC Classification: BGA; JFFE3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 177 x 113 x 27. Weight in Grams: 266.
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780340898857
ISBN
9780340898857
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.00
€ 11.85

Paperback. BEST THE CREDIT CRUNCH AND LAUGH! A hilarious collection of emails telling stories of bizarre accidents, sent to big companies and begging for a free T-shirt. The replies are often equally wacky, and all sorts of branded freebies are sent to the author. Spence is a new comic talent in the tradition of Henry Root. Editor(s): Robson, Cheryl. Num Pages: 200 pages, Photographs and letters reproduced. BIC Classification: BJ; WHX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 149 x 10. Weight in Grams: 330.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Aurora Metro Publications United Kingdom
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9781906582036
ISBN
9781906582036
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.44

Hardcover. The sole quintuple spy of the Second World War he was the only spy the Soviet Union shared with the British who codenamed him Silver. He fooled the Nazis into paying him GBP2.5 m. They also gave him a transmitter which he used to broadcast false military information directly to Abwehr headquarters in Berlin. The Germans awarded him the Iron Cross. Num Pages: 352 pages, 28 black and white photographs and 4 maps. BIC Classification: 1FCA; 1FK; 3JJH; BGH; HBWQ; JPSH; JWT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 166 x 241 x 35. Weight in Grams: 696.
Publisher
Fonthill Media
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781781553718
ISBN
9781781553718
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 23.70

Paperback. Melanie McGrath's critically acclaimed East End family memoir now in paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages, 16. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; 3JJ; BGHA; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 17. Weight in Grams: 184. Clean copy with minor shelf wear
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Fourth Estate
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KOG0000945
ISBN
9781841151434
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 5.70

Paperback. .
Publisher
McNidder & Grace
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857161505
ISBN
9780857161505
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.02

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