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Biography
Paperback. As well as being the author of children's literature, Stevenson's travel writing - an insight into life of the South Sea islands - has also grown in reputation. This volume brings together interviews and recollections from a range of material, portraying the life and times of the author. Editor(s): Terry, R.C. Series: Interviews & Recollections S. Num Pages: 216 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; BG; DSBF; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 306.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333650998
- ISBN
- 9780333650998
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.82
€ 37.82
Paperback. This text shows how Thackeray's own life shaped his novels. It analyzes his philosophy and religion along with his experiences with women, and his acknowledgements of his dependence on writing for a livelihood, to provide an explanation for his narrative strategies. Series: Literary Lives. Num Pages: 174 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; BGH; DSBF; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 12. Weight in Grams: 280.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333650936
- ISBN
- 9780333650936
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 121.20
€ 121.20
Hardback. This text shows how Thackeray's own life shaped his novels. It analyzes his philosophy and religion along with his experiences with women, and his acknowledgements of his dependence on writing for a livelihood, to provide an explanation for his narrative strategies. Series: Literary Lives. Num Pages: 174 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; BGH; DSBF; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 375.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 174
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333650929
- ISBN
- 9780333650929
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.12
€ 122.12
Paperback. Presents a portrait of King Juan Carlos. This text covers the period from his childhood, his years as Franco's chosen successor as the Head of State of an authoritarian regime, to his achievements in promoting and defending the new democracy after Franco's death in 1975. Series: St Antony's Series. Num Pages: 264 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DSE; 3JJG; 3JJH; 3JJP; BGH; BGR; HBJD; HBLW; HBTG; JPH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 139 x 216 x 13. Weight in Grams: 348.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333649299
- ISBN
- 9780333649299
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 121.92
€ 121.92
paperback. This second volume of the Lenin trilogy emphasizes the extraordinary circumstances in Russia and the world which enabled Lenin to come to power in 1917. The book details ways whereby Lenin led a turbulent Bolshevik party and adjusted its policies so as to gain authority in the soviets. Num Pages: 435 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DVUA; 3JJC; 3JJF; BGH; HBJD; HBLW; JPFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 33. Weight in Grams: 604.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1995th Edition
- Number of pages
- 435
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333640623
- ISBN
- 9780333640623
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 65.13
€ 65.13
Hardback. Taking account of the latest research, this study shows how Stevenson lived an incredibly active life, during which he travelled widely, wrote a large amount of fiction, essays and poetry, and was always eager to journey on to the next place or embark on a new literary project. Series: Author Chronologies Series. Num Pages: 101 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBKS; 2AB; BG; DSBF; DSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 17. Weight in Grams: 235.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 101
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333638880
- ISBN
- 9780333638880
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.61
€ 122.61
Hardback. Volume Three of Kipling's letters covers the decade 1900-10, the years in which he published "Kim" and the "Just So Stories". The narrative of his life includes the years in South Africa, his move to Bateman's in Sussex and him being awarded the Nobel Prize. Num Pages: 494 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; 3JJC; BGA; BJ; DSBH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 30. Weight in Grams: 787.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 494
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333637333
- ISBN
- 9780333637333
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 125.03
€ 125.03
Paperback. Characterizes Fielding's personality and details ways in which Fielding's attitudes contribute to the subject matter of his plays and novels and to the rhetorical strategies that control their shape as well. The book shows that his work as lawyer, magistrate, and essayist was similarly informed. Series: Literary Lives. Num Pages: 237 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; BG; DSBD; DSG; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 141 x 215 x 14. Weight in Grams: 314.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333633236
- ISBN
- 9780333633236
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 58.50
€ 58.50
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333631089
- ISBN
- 9780333631089
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.13
€ 66.13
Paperback. Providing perspectives on Virginia Woolf as observed and remembered by relatives, close friends, acquaintances and fellow writers, this book sheds light on the private and public personalities of Virginia Woolf. Editor(s): Stape, J. H. Series: Interviews & Recollections S. Num Pages: 195 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; BG; DSBH; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 11. Weight in Grams: 276.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 195
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333629215
- ISBN
- 9780333629215
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 69.62
€ 69.62
Paperback. This biography draws from a variety of sources including Hardy's published writings, biographies of Hardy and his contemporaries, correspondence of friends and acquaintances, Emma Hardy's diaries, and unpublished letters between Emma, Thomas and Florence. Num Pages: 438 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; BG; DSBF; DSBH; DSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 141 x 217 x 32. Weight in Grams: 570.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan Great Britain
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333625200
- ISBN
- 9780333625200
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 70.43
€ 70.43
Paperback. This work of Hardy criticism has been revised and makes use of Hardy's own manuscripts, notebooks and letters, and of the correspondence and reminiscences of those who knew him. The author seeks to resolve the "work/life dichotomy" by pursuing the "unitary conception of a career". Num Pages: 428 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; BG; DSBF; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 29. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 428
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333623169
- ISBN
- 9780333623169
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 186.85
€ 186.85
Hardback. This work of Hardy criticism has been revised and makes use of Hardy's own manuscripts, notebooks and letters, and of the correspondence and reminiscences of those who knew him. The author seeks to resolve the "work/life dichotomy" by pursuing the "unitary conception of a career". Num Pages: 432 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; BG; DSBF; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 35. Weight in Grams: 702.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333623152
- ISBN
- 9780333623152
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 187.80
€ 187.80
Hardcover. This biography traces the rise and fall of the late Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev. His ultimate failure to realize his vision of the Soviet future is linked to the unrealistic optimism of that vision, as well as to the contradictions inherent in his views and politics. Series: St Antony's Series. Num Pages: 350 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DVU; BGH; HBJD; HBLW; JPFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 25. Weight in Grams: 538.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333599273
- ISBN
- 9780333599273
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.36
€ 123.36
Hardcover. This is a study of Thomas Hardy's life-long interest in the theatre. It discusses his own experiments at crafting scenarios and plays, all productions, both amateur and professional, with which he had any involvement, and his troubled negotiations with adaptors, producers and actors. Num Pages: 224 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; AN; BGF; DSBH; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 395.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333598856
- ISBN
- 9780333598856
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.49
€ 122.49
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- MacMillan
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333594773
- ISBN
- 9780333594773
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.36
€ 122.36
paperback. This updated edition takes account of new materials and new scholarship on Keynes that have appeared since 1980. It analyzes Keynes' intellectual origins and characteristic modes of thought so as to put Keynes' contributions to economics and economic policy-making into perspective. Num Pages: 198 pages, biography. BIC Classification: BGB; KCA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 261.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Edition
- 3rd ed. 1993
- Number of pages
- 198
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333586624
- ISBN
- 9780333586624
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 63.11
€ 63.11
Paperback. Drawing on a series of new sources, this biography of Ezra Pound outlines his contribution to modernism through a detailed account of his development, influence and continued significance. Series: Literary Lives. Num Pages: 230 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; BG; DSBH; DSC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 291.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 230
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333582572
- ISBN
- 9780333582572
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 121.64
€ 121.64
Hardback. Drawing on a series of new sources, this biography of Ezra Pound outlines his contribution to modernism through a detailed account of his development, influence and continued significance. Series: Literary Lives. Num Pages: 230 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; BG; DSBH; DSC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 17. Weight in Grams: 445.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 230
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333582565
- ISBN
- 9780333582565
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.56
€ 122.56
Paperback. This work provides an account of Wordsworth's evolution as a poet. It includes his earliest known writing while a pupil, and his later poetry. Wordsworth's attitude towards seeking out a public readership beyond his immediate circle of friends and admirers is a central concern of the book. Series: Literary Lives. Num Pages: 217 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; BG; DSBD; DSBF; DSC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 138 x 14. Weight in Grams: 286.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 217
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333574188
- ISBN
- 9780333574188
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 57.95
€ 57.95
Hardcover. A biography of Habib Bourguiba intended to be an introduction to the life and work of the man, deliberately aimed at the generally informed reader. No previous knowledge of North African history is assumed. The structure of the book is a mix of straight narrative and analysis by theme. Series: St Antony's Series. Num Pages: 180 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1HBT; BGH; HBJH; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 19. Weight in Grams: 330.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 169
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333572627
- ISBN
- 9780333572627
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 185.75
€ 185.75
Hardback. Offers a wide view of E.M. Forster's character as observed and remembered by college associates, close friends, chance acquaintances and fellow writers. These 46 pieces, some published for the first time, variously reveal facets of his private and public personalities. Editor(s): Stape, J. H. Series: Interviews & Recollections S. Num Pages: 254 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 2AB; BG; DSBH; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 20. Weight in Grams: 475.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 254
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333570838
- ISBN
- 9780333570838
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.76
€ 122.76
Hardback. Presenting 40 interviews and recollections, this book is a record of what was said about Sir William Schwenck Gilbert and Sir Arthur Sullivan during and shortly after their lifetimes, by friends, musicians, theatrical managers, singers, actors and actresses, journalists and authors. Editor(s): Orel, Harold. Num Pages: 234 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; AVGC9; AVH; BG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 1. Weight in Grams: 450.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 234
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333570128
- ISBN
- 9780333570128
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 186.18
€ 186.18
Hardback. A collection of intellectual biographies of economists, which the author has written over the last 16 years, focusing on their contributions to economics as well as their background and personal characteristics. The author has also written "On Political Economists and Modern Political Economy". Num Pages: 187 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; BGB; KC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 390.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 187
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780333569559
- ISBN
- 9780333569559
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.21
€ 122.21