General & world history
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General & world history
The memoir of a woman who served not only in the Women's Army A uxiliary Corps but the American Red Cross as well during both World War II and the ensuing occupation. Num Pages: 211 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: HBG; HBWQ; JFSJ1; JWD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 211
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813118666
- ISBN
- 9780813118666
Condition: New
€ 32.08
€ 32.08
This work is based upon Soule's wartime journals. With no previous military experience, he was assigned to set up the U.S. Marine Corps' first photographic field unit and led it into battle. He provides closeups of generals, sergeants, and privates, everyone he met along the way. Num Pages: 272 pages, 38 b&w photographs, 9 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 1QSP; 3JJH; AJC; BGH; HBG; HBJD; HBWQ; JWF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 576.
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813121376
- ISBN
- 9780813121376
Condition: New
€ 47.31
€ 47.31
Appeasement was unfairly discredited by Neville Chamberlain's disastrous attempt to satisfy Hitler's territorial ambition, suggests the author of this work. He attempts to restore appeasement to its proper place as a legitimate and useful diplomatic strategy. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 3JJ; HBG; HBLW; JPSD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 513.
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813121604
- ISBN
- 9780813121604
Condition: New
€ 47.08
€ 47.08
This group biography investigates the personal and professional histories of what is often referred to as the World War II Generation of Historians, a group that includes Daniel Boorstin, Hugh Trevor Roper and Barbara Tuckman. It is based on personal interviews and readings of their work. Num Pages: 368 pages, 23 photographs. BIC Classification: 3JJ; BG; HBAH; HBG; HBWQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 24. Weight in Grams: 744.
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813122069
- ISBN
- 9780813122069
Condition: New
€ 53.99
€ 53.99
This work argues that living history, even if it is an incomplete depiction of the past, plays a vital role in stimulating the historical imagination. It examines how one of the most popular fields of history is portrayed, embraced, and shaped by mainstream culture. Num Pages: 288 pages, 20 photographs, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBG; HBJK; JFCA; JW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 28. Weight in Grams: 612.
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813122403
- ISBN
- 9780813122403
Condition: New
€ 46.89
€ 46.89
Paperback. Since the publication of the first edition of Why Air Forces Fail, the debate over airpower's role in military operations has only intensified. Historians Robin Higham and Stephen J. Harris assemble a team of experts to add essential new details to their cautionary tale for current practitioners of aerial warfare. Editor(s): Higham, Robin; Harris, Stephen J. Num Pages: 450 pages, 27 black & white photographs. BIC Classification: 3JJ; 3JM; HBG; HBLW; HBW; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 155 x 41. Weight in Grams: 688.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 450
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813167510
- ISBN
- 9780813167510
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 43.53
€ 43.53
Paperback. This is a comprehensive account of the eight religious wars between the Christian West and the Muslim East that dominated the Middle Ages. Num Pages: 456 pages, 34 illustrations, 11 maps. BIC Classification: 1D; 3H; HBG; HBLC; HRAM9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 226 x 160 x 24. Weight in Grams: 608.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Cooper Square Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780815410867
- ISBN
- 9780815410867
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.81
€ 20.81
Hardcover. Translator(s): Zohn, Harry. Num Pages: 314 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: DNF; HBG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 238 x 159 x 26. Weight in Grams: 684.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Liberty Fund Inc United States
- Edition
- 2nd
- Number of pages
- 314
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780865972063
- ISBN
- 9780865972063
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 21.05
€ 27.99
€ 21.05
Hardcover. This book offers a culture-based, interdisciplinary study that formulates a general theory as to the essence of the Restoration mentality, that is, ways in which the period viewed itself, its artistic creations, and the world. Contributors include Restoration scholars from around the world. Editor(s): Marshall, Gerald W. Num Pages: 275 pages, 6ill. BIC Classification: HBG; HBJD1; HBLH; HBLL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 230 x 162 x 22. Weight in Grams: 580.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- University of Delaware Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780874135718
- ISBN
- 9780874135718
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.30
€ 123.30
Hardcover. The life story of the highest decorated soldier of the Wehrmacht. Many photos of Rudels aircraft. Num Pages: 280 pages, over 400 b/w photos, documents. BIC Classification: 1DFG; HBG; HBWQ; JWG; TBX; WGM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 289 x 229 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1708. 280 pages, Photographs. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DFG; HBG; HBWQ; JWG; TBX; WGM. Dimension: 289 x 229 x 30. Weight: 1714.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780887402524
- ISBN
- 9780887402524
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 64.48€ 45.85
€ 64.48
€ 45.85
Paperback. Num Pages: 531 pages, b/w photos. BIC Classification: HBG; HBLL; JFSV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 154 x 28. Weight in Grams: 572.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Trine Day United States
- Edition
- F First Paperback Edition Used
- Number of pages
- 515
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780977795383
- ISBN
- 9780977795383
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 24.94
€ 25.99
€ 24.94
To produce a companion to ancient history is obviously a monumental task, and comprehensiveness an almost impossible goal, but there are nonetheless an impressively wide range of approaches, key topics and concepts covered in this volume. Series: Blackwell Companions to the Ancient World. Num Pages: 693 pages, b/w illus. BIC Classification: HBG; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 179 x 46. Weight in Grams: 1446.
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 693
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405131506
- ISBN
- 9781405131506
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 262.94
€ 262.94
Hardcover. Some 30,000 years ago, deep in the prehistory of humankind, an individual crammed a sharpened stone into a split in a sturdy piece of wood - and found that this new handled axe made quicker work of cutting than a hand-held rock alone. This work is suitable for history buffs, pop culture lovers and seekers of littleknown lore. Num Pages: 304 pages, 525 colour photographs. BIC Classification: GBC; HBG; TBY. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 251 x 197 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1100.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- National Geographic Society
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781426204203
- ISBN
- 9781426204203
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 35.74
€ 40.99
€ 35.74
Hardcover. Eyewitness to World War II brings you closer than ever before to the greatest challenge a generation of Americans had ever faced. Editor(s): Kagan, Neil. Num Pages: 352 pages, 543 Colour Illustrations; 14 Maps. BIC Classification: 3JJH; HBG; HBLW; HBWQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 283 x 240 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1708.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- National Geographic
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781426209703
- ISBN
- 9781426209703
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 45.99€ 43.25
€ 45.99
€ 43.25
Paperback. To find more information about Rowman & Littlefield titles please visit us at www.rowmanlittlefield.com. Num Pages: 346 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: BG; HBG; HBWQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 212 x 138 x 20. Weight in Grams: 404.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Sheed & Ward
- Number of pages
- 346
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781556127564
- ISBN
- 9781556127564
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.77
€ 33.77
Paperback. Series: MIP Teams Secular Commentary Series. Num Pages: 274 pages. BIC Classification: 2ADL; 3F; 3H; DSBB; HBG; HBLC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 160 x 236 x 19. Weight in Grams: 464.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Medieval Institute Publications United States
- Number of pages
- 274
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781580441896
- ISBN
- 9781580441896
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 51.59
€ 51.59
Paperback. Nothing offends liberals and leftists more than western imperialism - it is racism, sexism, and chauvinism all in one. And of course the epitome of western imperialism is the British Empire, the biggest empire the world has ever known. This title exposes how the British Empire was actually one of the greatest establishers and defenders of freedom. Series: The Politically Incorrect Guides. Num Pages: 384 pages. BIC Classification: 1QDB; HBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 187 x 23. Weight in Grams: 680.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Regnery Publishing Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781596986299
- ISBN
- 9781596986299
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 21.75
€ 21.99
€ 21.75
Paperback. A sparkling anthology of revolt and resistance to orthodoxy and repression. Num Pages: 384 pages. BIC Classification: DQ; HBG; JPW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 133 x 32. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Verso Books United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781844674480
- ISBN
- 9781844674480
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.90
€ 19.99
€ 18.90
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Countryside Books United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853069369
- ISBN
- 9781853069369
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 22.12
€ 24.99
€ 22.12
Paperback. Num Pages: 70 pages, b/w photos & illus. BIC Classification: HBG; HBWQ; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 153 x 7. Weight in Grams: 136.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Robert D. Reed Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 70
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781931741248
- ISBN
- 9781931741248
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.64
€ 11.64
Paperback. Includes articles in the fields of Greek archaeology, history, philology and literature. This fourth volume contains two philological articles: "Alkibiades and The Phaedrus: The Politics of the Appetites" by Doug Al-Maini, and "The Platonic Corpus in Antiquity" by Jorgen Mejer. Editor(s): Eiring, Jonas; Mejer, Jorgen. Num Pages: 258 pages, b/w photos & illus. BIC Classification: HBG; HD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 274 x 212 x 16. Weight in Grams: 1062.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 258
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788772887241
- ISBN
- 9788772887241
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.73
€ 25.73
Hardcover. N F S Grundtvig, a chief shaper of Denmark's modern identity and an active force in Danish social, political and religious life, was an outstanding intellect of the European 19th century. This book comprises English translations of an extensive selection of Grundtvig's own retrospect upon events, causes, and periods of his life. Editor(s): Bradley, S. A. J. Num Pages: 597 pages. BIC Classification: DSC; HBG; HBLL; HRCX4. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 183 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1396.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 597
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788772889696
- ISBN
- 9788772889696
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 29.99
€ 29.99
Hardcover. Amphorae helps to further our understanding of Roman trade. Yet if amphora studies remain somewhat in the realm of epigraphy, they have also seen a great deal of activity. This volume presents more than 40 contributions, primarily in English, describing researches and indicating which avenues of future investigation can likely prove most fruitful. Editor(s): Eiring, Jonas; Lund, John. Num Pages: 300 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; HBG; HBJD; HBLA; HD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 212 x 36. Weight in Grams: 2298.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 300
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779341180
- ISBN
- 9788779341180
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 76.40
€ 76.40
Hardcover. Deriving from the first international conference of the Danish National Research Foundation's Centre for Black Sea Studies, this volume reviews and discusses the elements on which the chronology used in Black Sea archaeology and history in the period c 400-100 BC is built up. It also includes amphora and amphora stamp chronologies. Editor(s): Stolba, Vladimir; Hannestad, Lise. Num Pages: 360 pages, illus. BIC Classification: 1QSK; HBG; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 177 x 246 x 26. Weight in Grams: 962.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779341326
- ISBN
- 9788779341326
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 45.64
€ 45.64