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Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945)

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Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945)

Paperback. In an explosive fusion of myth and reality, magic and romance, Dog Years charts forty years of German history, starting with 1917, to expose the madness of a society that bred and nurtured the horrors of the Third Reich before anaesthetising itself with the chaos of disintegration. Translator(s): Manheim, Ralph. Num Pages: 624 pages. BIC Classification: FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 34. Weight in Grams: 438. Clean copy with some shelf wear with minor nicks and bumps on cover but remains a clean copy
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Vintage Classics
Condition
Used, Good
SKU
KSS0008127
ISBN
9780749394509
Paperback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 14.99
€ 10.75

Paperback. Reminiscent of Voltaire, Broges and Kafka, "A Dog's Head" is a piece of realism. It tells the story of Edmund Du Chaillu, a boy born, to his bourgeois parents' horror, with the head of a spaniel. Edmund must endure his schoolmates' teasing as well as an urge to carry a newspaper in his mouth. Translator(s): Chancellor, Robin. Series: Phoenix Fiction S. Num Pages: 164 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 204 x 132 x 13. Weight in Grams: 190.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
164
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226174921
ISBN
9780226174921
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 25.94

Paperback. Num Pages: 244 pages. BIC Classification: FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 207 x 135 x 18. Weight in Grams: 294.
Publisher
Peepal Tree Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
244
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
F First Paperback Edition Used
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845231231
ISBN
9781845231231
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.66

Hardcover. Num Pages: 220 pages. BIC Classification: FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 140 x 7. Weight in Grams: 200.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
bluechrome Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
220
Condition
New
SKU
V9781906061531
ISBN
9781906061531
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 12.37

Paperback. A powerful and disturbing novel about Cambodia from an award-winning Canadian writer - an extraordinary act of empathy for those who suffered under the Khmer Rouge Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 132 x 17. Weight in Grams: 192.
Publisher
Granta Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847084910
ISBN
9781847084910
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 9.95

Paperback. An astonishing discovery is made in the remote African republic of Zangaro, one which could change the course of a nation's history forever. But such a discovery cannot be kept secret for long and Sir James Manson will stop at nothing to protect this find. Num Pages: 448 pages. BIC Classification: FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 130 x 30. Weight in Grams: 320.
Publisher
Arrow
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780099559856
ISBN
9780099559856
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.05

Paperback. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 137 x 202 x 22. Weight in Grams: 308.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Penguin Putnam Inc United States
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780143127499
ISBN
9780143127499
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 17.22

Paperback. Nothing is more important to the Rameros than family. Just ask Kamille, Kassidy, and Kyle - three beautiful, loving, and deeply loyal sisters who are the heart and soul of their family. Their mother has remarried and their new stepfather, a world famous all-star baseball player, has come complete with two stepsiblings. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 132 x 26. Weight in Grams: 292.
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780062063830
ISBN
9780062063830
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 14.59

Paperback. A hilarious and heartwarming debut novel about a single mom living in Alaska trying to make a life for herself and her young son. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 204 x 133 x 24. Weight in Grams: 298.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Little, Brown & Company United States
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780446568135
ISBN
9780446568135
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 17.69

Paperback. Dolphin culture evolved over millions of years so they could remain perfectly attuned with their world, the ocean. But the growing pressure of man's activities become intolerable and in frustration they seek an aggressive new path, making a shocking departure from the ancient philosophy that has guided them so well through the millennia. Num Pages: 260 pages. BIC Classification: FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 412. Rise of the Guardians. 260 pages. Dolphin culture evolved over millions of years so they could remain perfectly attuned with their world, the ocean. But the growing pressure of man's activities become intolerable and in frustration they seek an aggressive new path, making a shocking departure from the ancient philosophy that has guided them so well through the millennia. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: FA. Dimension: 233 x 155 x 20. Weight: 418.
Publisher
Aquapress
Number of pages
260
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9781905492237
ISBN
9781905492237
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 8.99
€ 8.27

Paperback. This novel, by the Brazilian novelist Machado de Assis (originally published in 1900), is one of the unrecognized classics of the turn of the century. This translation provides an informative introduction and notes by John Gledson, which set the novel in its historical context. Translator(s): Gledson, John. Series: Library of Latin America. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: FA; FC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 140 x 16. Weight in Grams: 346.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc New York
Edition
Reprint
Number of pages
286
Condition
New
SKU
V9780195103090
ISBN
9780195103090
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 22.07

Paperback. Discusses the writings of St. Teresa and the paintings of El Greco, and comments with sagacity and wit on such illustrious figures as Cervantes, Velazquez and the creator of Don Juan. This title is full of happy surprises, curious facts and stimulating opinions that reflects the author's lifelong enchantment with the landscape and people of Spain. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; FA; WTLC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 12. Weight in Grams: 144.
Publisher
Vintage United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780099289401
ISBN
9780099289401
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.69

Paperback. Charlotte Nicholls has a secret that haunts her. She and three-year-old Chloe have left their home and friends, and are now building a new life for themselves elsewhere. All Charlotte wants to do is to forget the past, to blot out what went before, and to look only to the future. Num Pages: 608 pages. BIC Classification: FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 128 x 38. Weight in Grams: 432. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Arrow
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KRA0009187
ISBN
9780099550839
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

hardcover. Daphne Du Maurier's Don't Look Now and Other Stories showcases her unique blend of empathy and spine-tingling suspense. This is Virago's first publication of this classic book, now available in our beautiful hardback designer series. Series: VMC. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: FA; FYB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 207 x 134 x 26. Weight in Grams: 408.
Publisher
Virago
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780349006604
ISBN
9780349006604
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 14.96

Paperback. Fanny is married to absent-minded Oxford don Alfred and content with her role as a plain, tweedy housewife. But overnight her life changes when Alfred is appointed English Ambassador to Paris. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 131 x 198 x 18. Weight in Grams: 174.
Publisher
Fig Tree
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780241974704
ISBN
9780241974704
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.95

Paperback. When newlywed Penny turns her hand to some casual wedding planning she soon discovers that taming bridezillas is a full-time occupation, and what began as a hobby becomes a personal and professional nightmare. Soon Penny is struggling to keep her day job and prevent her own marriage from collapsing under the strain.. Series: Don't Tell the Groom. Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 129 x 196 x 26. Weight in Grams: 282.
Publisher
Quercus
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848663664
ISBN
9781848663664
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.62

Paperback. Will Penny be able to keep her secret long enough to say, 'I do'? Series: Don't Tell the Groom. Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 25. Weight in Grams: 272.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Quercus
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848663619
ISBN
9781848663619
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.00

Paperback. .
Publisher
And Other Stories
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781908276520
ISBN
9781908276520
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.66

Paperback. John and Laura have come to Venice to try and escape the pain of their daughter's death. But when they encounter two old women who claim to have second sight, they find that, instead of laying their ghosts to rest, they become caught up in a train of strange events. This volume contains stories that explore fears, longings, secrets and desires. Series: Penguin Modern Classics. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: FA; FYB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 128 x 17. Weight in Grams: 206.
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9780141188379
ISBN
9780141188379
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.02

Paperback. How far would you go to realise your dreams? Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 131 x 28. Weight in Grams: 354.
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton General Division United Kingdom
Number of pages
416
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781444779325
ISBN
9781444779325
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 11.88

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