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Paperback. The definitive biography of the father of modern Turkey, a powerful figure in the still-unfolding drama of the Middle East. Num Pages: 560 pages, 18, 6 maps. BIC Classification: 1DVT; 3JJ; BGH; HBJD; HBJF; HBLW; JPHL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 154 x 42. Weight in Grams: 752.
Publisher
W&N London
Number of pages
560
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Condition
New
SKU
V9781842125991
ISBN
9781842125991
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 18.24

Paperback. Mustafa Kemal Ataturk was the founding father of the Turkish Republic. He transformed it from a battle-scarred ruin into a regional power and is still hailed as a hero today. Num Pages: 688 pages, 16pp illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DVT; BGH; HBJD; HBJF; HBLW; HBWN; HBWQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 130 x 40. Weight in Grams: 466.
Publisher
John Murray
Number of pages
688
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780719565922
ISBN
9780719565922
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.06

Paperback. Like all great men in history, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk (1881-1938) can be viewed in a number of ways: as the founder of a state, a nation-builder, creator of political institutions, and a moderniser of his society. This title emphasises Ataturk's role as the founder of a modern state, secular and republican. Editor(s): Kazancigil, Ali; Ozbudun, Ergun. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: 1DVT; BGH; HBJD; HBLW; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 332.
Publisher
C Hurst & Co (Publishers)Ltd
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Condition
New
SKU
V9781850651437
ISBN
9781850651437
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 20.92

Paperback. Num Pages: 304 pages, 16 halftones. 4 tables. BIC Classification: 1DVT; BGH; JPHL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 140. Weight in Grams: 16.
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
Revised ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691175829
ISBN
9780691175829
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 20.63

Paperback. A striking combination of social intimacy and distinterested political analysis, this title evokes the elegance and excitement of the dynamic international community in Bucharest before the world had come to grips with the horrors of war and genocide. Num Pages: 368 pages, 1 map. BIC Classification: 1DVWR; 3JJH; BM; HBJD; HBLW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 23. Weight in Grams: 431.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
Reprint
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226086330
ISBN
9780226086330
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 19.36

Paperback. Teddy captured the Adirondack Golden Gloves title at 139 pounds in 1976. Forced out of competition because of injury, he turned his talents to training fighters, including Mike Tyson and Barry McGuigan. He has also employed his talents in appearing in films and choreographing fight scenes for a television series. This memoir presents his story. Num Pages: 304 pages, 8-pages of black and white photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJP; BGS; WSTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 136 x 19. Weight in Grams: 248.
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
304
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780060542412
ISBN
9780060542412
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.70

Paperback. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: BGA; JFSJ1; WGM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 159 x 12. Weight in Grams: 288.
Publisher
Caitlin Press Canada
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781894759755
ISBN
9781894759755
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.82

Paperback. An account of the author's life with the atomic scientist Enrico Fermi, that covers Fermi's early childhood interest in science, and his rise in the Italian university system concurrent with the rise of fascism, his receipt of the Nobel Prize, their emigration to the United States in the 1930s, their experiences in America. Num Pages: 268 pages, 33 halftones, 1 line drawings. BIC Classification: BGA; PHM; PNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 408.
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
268
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Edition
New edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226243672
ISBN
9780226243672
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 25.01

Paperback. What happened in Helmand's Sangin Valley in the spring of 2007 was nothing short of extraordinary. After the last gasp defence of the platoon houses by the Paras, the soldiers of the Royal Anglian Regiment arrived in Afghanistan charged with taking the battle to the enemy. This title tells the story of the Royal Anglian's deployment. Num Pages: 496 pages, 16pp colour photographic inset. BIC Classification: 1FCA; 3JMC; BTM; HBJF; HBLX; HBWS4. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 129 x 31. Weight in Grams: 356.
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd
Number of pages
496
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780141041636
ISBN
9780141041636
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 17.67

Paperback. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: ASZB; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 204 x 132 x 16. Weight in Grams: 216.
Publisher
Random House USA Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780812982787
ISBN
9780812982787
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.94

Paperback. In the years 434-454 AD, the fate of Europe hung upon the actions of one man, Attila, king of the Huns. He has become a byword for barbarism, savagery and violence. This biography reveals the man behind the myth. Num Pages: 416 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.), ports. (chiefly col.). BIC Classification: 1DVW; 3F; BGH; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 128 x 26. Weight in Grams: 298.
Publisher
Bantam
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
6th Impression
Condition
New
SKU
V9780553816587
ISBN
9780553816587
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.00
€ 11.88

Paperback. Attila the Hun - godless barbarian and near-mythical warrior king - has become a byword for mindless ferocity. This book reveals the history of Attila the Hun as an astute politician and first-rate military commander who brilliantly exploited the strengths and weaknesses of the Roman empire. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.), maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; BGH; HBLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 20. Weight in Grams: 236.
Publisher
Vintage
Number of pages
304
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781844139156
ISBN
9781844139156
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.77

Paperback.
Publisher
Haus Publishing Limited United Kingdom
Number of pages
168
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9781904950646
ISBN
9781904950646
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.44

Paperback. A famous defender of the underdog, the oppressed, and the powerless, Clarence Darrow (1857-1938) is one of the true legends of the American legal system. This book collects Darrow's most influential summations and supplements them with scene-setting explanations and comprehensive notes. Editor(s): Weinberg, Arthur. Num Pages: 576 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGH; LAS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 33. Weight in Grams: 658.
Edition
Reprint
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
576
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226136509
ISBN
9780226136509
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 26.02

Paperback. Falling madly in love, even when you know that by loving you risk all you have..it could happen to anyone. The Au Pair bravely goes where no other book has gone, and tells the story which so many women have experienced, with complete honesty. Num Pages: 322 pages. BIC Classification: BM; BT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 137 x 211 x 23. Weight in Grams: 350.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Jacana Media (Pty) Ltd South Africa
Number of pages
322
Condition
New
SKU
V9781770099081
ISBN
9781770099081
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 19.56

paperback. Very good copy showing minor age and shelfwear. Uncorrected proof paperback copy. Light foxing to covers and page edges
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1977
Publisher
Collins London
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KMK0025901
ISBN
9780002118583
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 5.12

paperback. Auden's dedication as a writer was matched only by his commitment to challenging the received view of political and personal life. This biography offers a commentary on Auden's work, ideas and life within the context of the wars, ideologies, spiritual quests and sexual attitudes of this century. Series: Vintage Lives. Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 2AB; BG; DSBH; DSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 198 x 132 x 33. Weight in Grams: 318.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Vintage Classics
Condition
New
SKU
9780099442561
ISBN
9780099442561
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 15.29

Paperback. The definitive guide to a Hollywood legend. Num Pages: 336 pages, 32pp b&w photographs. BIC Classification: APB; APF; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 176 x 113 x 31. Weight in Grams: 364.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Orion Publishing Co United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9781857973525
ISBN
9781857973525
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.05

Hardback. "Enter Audrey Hepburn's private world in this unique biography compiled by her son that combines recollections, anecdotes, excerpts from her personal correspondence, drawings, and recipes for her favorite dishes written in her own hand, and more than 250 previously unpublished personal family photographs"--Amazon.com. Num Pages: 256 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: APB; BGF; WBA; WJX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 190 x 242 x 31. Weight in Grams: 992.
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1St Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780062284709
ISBN
9780062284709
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 20.17

paperback. Pat Roach - the 'Gentle Giant' battled with cancer for six-and-a-half years, before it eventually claimed him, in the small hours of Saturday 17 July, 2004. This work combines Pat's final experiences and thoughts, with over seventy tributes from close family and friends. Num Pages: 336 pages, 105 b/w and colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 3JJP; APB; BGFA; BGSA; WSTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 172 x 24. Weight in Grams: 610. 336 pages, 105 b/w and colour illustrations. Pat Roach - the 'Gentle Giant' battled with cancer for six-and-a-half years, before it eventually claimed him, in the small hours of Saturday 17 July, 2004. This work combines Pat's final experiences and thoughts, with over seventy tributes from close family and friends. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 3JJP; APB; BGFA; BGSA; WSTC. Dimension: 240 x 172 x 24. Weight: 616.
Publisher
Brewin Books
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9781858582924
ISBN
9781858582924
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 22.08

Hardback. August Weismann's 1892 theory that inheritance is transmitted through eggs and sperm provided the biological mechanism for natural selection. In this full-length biography, Frederick Churchill situates Weismann in the swirling intellectual currents of his day and shows how his work paved the way for the modern synthesis of genetics and evolution. Num Pages: 720 pages. BIC Classification: BGT; PDX; PS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 171 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1174.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Harvard University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674736894
ISBN
9780674736894
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 61.46
€ 56.78

Paperback. Num Pages: 266 pages, black & white illustrations, maps, figures. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; 3D; BGH; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 156 x 234 x 16. Weight in Grams: 452. The Restoration of the Republic and the Establishment of the Empire. 266 pages, illustrations. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; 3D; BGH; HBJD; HBLA. Dimension: 156 x 234 x 16. Weight: 446.
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press
Number of pages
266
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780748619559
ISBN
9780748619559
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 35.92

Paperback. A biography of Augustine's life, as interpreted by the acclaimed church historian, the late Professor Henry Chadwick. Augustine's intellectual development is recounted with clarity and warmth, providing a characteristically rigorous yet sympathetic narrative of this central figure in the history of Christian thought. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: BGX; HPCA; HRCC1; HRCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 203 x 135 x 17. Weight in Grams: 240.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
208
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199588060
ISBN
9780199588060
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 13.39

Hardcover. Demonstrating that as Augustine defined and became a "Catholic" self, he also intently engaged with his former Manichaean faith, Augustine's Manichaean Dilemma, Volume 2 explores the close interplay of these two processes in Augustine's works up to and including the Confessions. Series: Divinations: Rereading Late Ancient Religion. Num Pages: 552 pages. BIC Classification: BGX; HRAX; HRCM. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 231 x 166 x 37. Weight in Grams: 892.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of Pennsylvania Press United States
Number of pages
552
Condition
New
SKU
V9780812244946
ISBN
9780812244946
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 103.15

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