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History: specific events & topics

Hardcover. Hardcover, green spine. A rare book, small amount of staining on page edges. 178pp
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
McCorquodale & Co., Ltd Glasgow
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1923
SKU
KON0819213
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 275.00

Hardcover. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: 1QDB; 3JH; 3JJ; HBTQ; HRHC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 241 x 165 x 36. Weight in Grams: 816.
Publisher
Harvard University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674504783
ISBN
9780674504783
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 53.99
€ 44.98

Paperback. BIC Classification: 1HFMS; HBJH; HBTR; JHB; JPH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 213 x 137 x 28. Weight in Grams: 386.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
New
Condition
New
SKU
V9781784537364
ISBN
9781784537364
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 35.44

Paperback. Num Pages: 280 pages, 11. BIC Classification: 1DDF; 3JF; HBJD; HBLL; HBTV; JPWQ; KCP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 156 x 16. Weight in Grams: 402.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Cornell University Press United States
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801474187
ISBN
9780801474187
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 35.64

Paperback. From the early 1960s, though, Liverpool's passenger trade entered a downturn that was unstoppable. Liverpool now has a new landing stage to accommodate visiting cruise ships back in the Mersey. This book tells its story, using the memories of those who sailed in them, of the halcyon days of the passenger liners which sailed from the Mersey. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; HBJD1; HBTM; WGG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 173 x 10. Weight in Grams: 416.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Condition
New
SKU
9780752449159
ISBN
9780752449159
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.37

Hardcover. A wide-ranging collection which traces the evolution of the retailing industry from before the Industrial Revolution to the dramatic changes of the 1990s. Its topics include new retailing methods, out-of-town retailing, town-centre management, and the internationalization of the industry. Editor(s): Benson, John; Shaw, Professor Gareth. Series: Tauris Industrial Histories. Num Pages: 1350 pages, Illustrations, 1facsim., maps, plans. BIC Classification: 1DBK; HBTB; KNPR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 115. Weight in Grams: 2776.
Publisher
I. B. Tauris
Number of pages
1350
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Condition
New
SKU
V9781860643484
ISBN
9781860643484
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 801.77

Paperback. Examines the grim reality of southern Africa's contemporary post-'liberation' plight, with up-to-date analysis of the ANC and social movements. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: 1HFM; HBJH; HBLW3; HBTR; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 137 x 11. Weight in Grams: 256.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Pluto Press
Condition
New
SKU
9780745334790
ISBN
9780745334790
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 24.25

Paperback. Tracing the process by which an area seen as a war-zone was transformed by the actions of the Romans, this text examines the effects of imperial expansion, not only on those who were subjected to it but also on Rome itself, which was radically transformed by its experience as an imperial power. Series: A History of Spain. Num Pages: 352 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DSE; 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLA; HBTQ; JW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 159 x 21. Weight in Grams: 540.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631209317
ISBN
9780631209317
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 50.31

Paperback. Num Pages: 384 pages, black & white halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBBNC; HBJK; HBTB; JKVM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 154 x 12. Weight in Grams: 235.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Trine Day United States
Number of pages
384
Condition
New
SKU
V9781937584511
ISBN
9781937584511
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.52

Paperback. This is an authoritative and comprehensive guide to the history of theatre, ranging from Ancient Egyptian festivals to contemporary performance arts. Lavishly illustrated in black and white and colour throughout, this is the perfect book for theatre goer and student alike Editor(s): Brown, John Russell. Series: Oxford Illustrated History. Num Pages: 592 pages, numerous halftones. BIC Classification: AN; HBT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 190 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1266.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
592
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780192854421
ISBN
9780192854421
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.12

Hardcover. A half-century of Wall Street history as seen through the lives of its most illustrious family This compelling new narrative from bestselling author John Rothchild tells the story of three generations of the legendary Davis family, who rank among the most successful investors in the history of the Street. Num Pages: 320 pages, portraits. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBT; KFFM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 238 x 157 x 27. Weight in Grams: 646.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons New York
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471331780
ISBN
9780471331780
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 49.99
€ 38.37

Paperback. Published in 1835, this account of Ross's second expedition to Northern Canada describes the geography and people of the region. Series: Cambridge Library Collection - Polar Exploration. Num Pages: 420 pages, 8 b/w illus. 11 colour illus. BIC Classification: 1MTN; 3JH; HBTP; RGR; WTLC. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 297 x 210 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1000.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
420
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9781108050210
ISBN
9781108050210
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 61.56

Paperback. Published in 1835, this account of Ross's second expedition to Northern Canada describes the geography and people of the region. Series: Cambridge Library Collection - Polar Exploration. Num Pages: 848 pages, 28 b/w illus. 3 colour illus. 1 map. BIC Classification: 1MTN; 3JH; HBTP; RGR. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 297 x 210 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1990.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
848
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9781108050203
ISBN
9781108050203
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 99.95

Hardback. The story of baseball's most violent incident-August 22, 1965-when Giants pitcher Juan Marichal clobbered Dodgers catcher John Roseboro with his bat: the stories of the players, the American cultural backdrop, and the baseball competition and culture that led to the explosive moment, plus the incident's lasting effects. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white plates. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGS; HBTB; WSJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 34.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780762787128
ISBN
9780762787128
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 21.44

Paperback. Presents the history of the Mersey lighthouses controlled by the Mersey Docks and Harbour Board - from Liverpool itself to Moelfre Bay in Anglesey - including historic life-saving lighthouses such as those at Leasowe, New Brighton and Bull Point, amongst others. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1DBKENL; HBTM; WGG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 173 x 13. Weight in Grams: 494.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
07th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752442099
ISBN
9780752442099
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 21.43

Paperback. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: BG; HBTB; VFVG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 155 x 233 x 12. Weight in Grams: 280.
Publisher
Monash University Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781922235275
ISBN
9781922235275
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 17.69

Hardback. Num Pages: 352 pages, 32 illus.; 11 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBBEY; 3JJC; HBT; JMBT; JMRN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 163 x 261 x 26. Weight in Grams: 608.
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
352
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231141680
ISBN
9780231141680
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 72.92
€ 55.90

Hardcover. This title provides a history of the Citroen presence in the UK from 1923 to 2003-the cars produced, and the history of the Citroen factory at Slough. Num Pages: 270 pages, 216 b&w and 170 colour photographs, tables. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJ; 3JM; HBT; KNDR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 337 x 248 x 24. Weight in Grams: 2008.
Publisher
Dalton Watson Fine Books
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Edition
Standard ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781854431370
ISBN
9781854431370
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 50.99
€ 42.87

Paperback. The War for Independence promised liberty, the opportunity for a better life, and the excitement of the battlefield. It also brought disappointment, misery, and mourning. This book presents essays that investigate the diverse experiences of Americans from North to South, coast to backcountry, and white townsfolk to African American slaves. Editor(s): Resch, John; Sargent, Walter. Num Pages: 326 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JF; HBJK; HBLL; HBTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 250 x 150 x 15. Weight in Grams: 666.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Northern Illinois University Press United States
Number of pages
326
Condition
New
SKU
V9780875806143
ISBN
9780875806143
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 30.57

Hardback. Provides an introduction to how Korea was and is represented cartographically. This title examines the differing cartographic traditions prevalent in the early Joseon period in Korea and its temporal equivalent in early modern Europe. Num Pages: 160 pages, 71 colour plates. BIC Classification: 1FPK; HBTP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 260 x 185 x 18. Weight in Grams: 746.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
1st ed
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226753645
ISBN
9780226753645
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 58.80
€ 49.96

Paperback. Presents an account of the Russian revolution. This book describes the events in Petrograd in November 1917, when Lenin and the Bolsheviks finally seized power. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: 1DVU; 3JJF; HBJD; HBLW; HBTV; JPWQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 129 x 22. Weight in Grams: 268.
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd
Number of pages
368
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
New Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780141442129
ISBN
9780141442129
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 11.74

Paperback. Follows the thread of the potato's story through the tapestry of human history, from its origins and evolution to its mysterious arrival in Europe, where it became a crucial part of gastronomic and social fabric. Num Pages: 336 pages, 16. BIC Classification: HBTB; WB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 130 x 48. Weight in Grams: 240.
Publisher
Vintage Publishing
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780099474791
ISBN
9780099474791
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.33

Paperback. In 1945, the author was the first Allied officer to enter Bergen-Belsen - the concentration camp that would reveal the horrors of the Holocaust to the world. This true story, partly based on previously unpublished diaries, presents a different slant on that mighty war through the eyes of a restless young man eager for action and adventure. Num Pages: 272 pages, 1 x 8pp col. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJH; BGHA; HBTZ1; HBWQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 129 x 197 x 21. Weight in Grams: 204.
Publisher
Transworld Publishers Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780575278
ISBN
9781780575278
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.95

Wolf by the Ears provides students in American history with an ideal introduction to the Missouri crisis while at the same time offering fresh insights for scholars of the early republic. Series: Witness to History. Num Pages: 216 pages, 6, 2 black & white halftones, 4 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBBNU; 3JH; HBJK; HBLW; HBTS. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 160 x 236 x 20. Weight in Grams: 410.
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
SKU
V9781421416526
ISBN
9781421416526
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 61.00

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