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Hardcover. Editor(s): M Devine, Tom (Sir William Fraser Professor of Scottish History and Palaeography Emeritus, University of Edinburgh). Num Pages: 275 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: HBTS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 164 x 241 x 21. Weight in Grams: 578.
- Publisher
- Edinburgh University Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780748698080
- ISBN
- 9780748698080
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 100.65€ 97.62
€ 100.65
€ 97.62
Hardback. Chinese civil examinations, a piece of social engineering worked out over centuries, prefigured the regime of meritocratic exams that undergirds higher education around the globe today. This book describes how education, examinations, and civil service fostered the world's first professional class based on demonstrated knowledge. Num Pages: 344 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 3J; HBJF; HBLH; HBLL; HBTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 163 x 31. Weight in Grams: 764.
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 344
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780674724952
- ISBN
- 9780674724952
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 56.78€ 52.25
€ 56.78
€ 52.25
Paperback. Few countries can claim to have endured such a difficult and tortuous history as that of Iraq. Its varied peoples have had to contend with externally imposed state-building at the end of the First World War, through to the rise of authoritarian military regimes, to the all-encompassing power of Saddam Hussein's dictatorship. Series: Hot Spots in Global Politics. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: 1FBQ; 3JM; HBJF1; HBTB; HBWS5; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 218 x 139 x 27. Weight in Grams: 450.
- Publisher
- Polity Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745649306
- ISBN
- 9780745649306
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.66
€ 24.66
Paperback. Deals with the growth of Chicago's stockyards and the communities that were formed around them in the mid-to-late 19th century. Num Pages: 440 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 600.
- Publisher
- University of Illinois Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Edition
- 1st Pbk. Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780252071324
- ISBN
- 9780252071324
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 27.51
€ 30.99
€ 27.51
Paperback. "This is Birmingham: A glimpse of the city's secret treasures". Illustrator(s): Bowman, Jan. Num Pages: 64 pages, colour, throughout. BIC Classification: 1DBKEM; HBT; JNLB; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 279 x 221 x 7. Weight in Grams: 368.
- Publisher
- Waverley Books Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 64
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781902407937
- ISBN
- 9781902407937
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.17
€ 14.17
Paperback. The Black Death is considered by many to be the great watershed in medieval history, as it ravaged a continent, killed millions and decimated economies. The author sees in this catastrophe the birth of technologically advanced societies, struggling to create labour-saving devices. Editor(s): Cohn Jr., Samuel K. Series: European history series. Num Pages: 128 pages, 1 chart. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JB; HBJD; HBLC; HBTB; JFC; MBN; MBX; TB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 144 x 10. Weight in Grams: 128.
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780674076136
- ISBN
- 9780674076136
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 26.76
€ 31.99
€ 26.76
Hardcover. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDU; 3JJ; HBJD; HBLW; HBTQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 163 x 236 x 24. Weight in Grams: 524.
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226054421
- ISBN
- 9780226054421
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 94.73€ 79.36
€ 94.73
€ 79.36
Paperback. Richard Kaeuper presents a new analysis of chivalry, re-interpreting it as a fundamental aspect of medieval society. Series: Cambridge Medieval Textbooks. Num Pages: 300 pages, 13 b/w illus. BIC Classification: 1D; 3H; HBJD; HBLC1; HBTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 228 x 152. .
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780521137959
- ISBN
- 9780521137959
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 30.86
€ 30.99
€ 30.86
Hardback. Num Pages: 363 pages, 170 illustrations. BIC Classification: 3JJP; HBTW; HBWS; JWK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 164 x 241 x 30. Weight in Grams: 994.
- Publisher
- Pen & Sword Books Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781848844803
- ISBN
- 9781848844803
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 24.42
€ 33.99
€ 24.42
Hardcover. Hardcover, green spine. 127pp
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- Publisher
- David & Charles PLC Newton Abbot
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1977
- SKU
- KON0819845
- ISBN
- 9780715373620
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 5.49
€ 5.49
Hardback. An enthralling account of World War II across all its theaters through the eyes and experiences of the top journalists who witnessed it Num Pages: 440 pages, 24 b/w illus. BIC Classification: 3JJH; HBTB; HBWQ; KNTJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 167 x 241 x 42. Weight in Grams: 896.
- Publisher
- Yale University Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780300224665
- ISBN
- 9780300224665
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 22.75
€ 30.99
€ 22.75
Hardback. Num Pages: 424 pages, 25 halftones. BIC Classification: 1DVP; 3JH; 3JJ; BGH; HBLC1; HBTB; JFSC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 245 x 166 x 34. Weight in Grams: 746.
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691172828
- ISBN
- 9780691172828
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 54.99€ 39.84
€ 54.99
€ 39.84
CD-Audio. A collection of historic recordings covering the events of 1915, from the first Zeppelin raids to the ultimate failure at Gallipoli. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJF; HBJD1; HBLW; HBTD; HBWN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 127 x 143 x 11. Weight in Grams: 108.
- Publisher
- BBC Audio, A Division Of Random House
- Format
- CD
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- Unabridged
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781785290152
- ISBN
- 9781785290152
CD
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 13.92
€ 18.99
€ 13.92
Paperback. This volume provides an analysis of Christian mysticism during the 16th and 17th centuries, along with an application of the author's transdisciplinary historiography. It aims to reveal the "mystical" aspect of postmodernism's movement of perpetual departure. Translator(s): Smith, Michael B. Series: Religion and Postmodernism. Num Pages: 384 pages, 2 halftones, 7 line drawings, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1D; HBAH; HBJD; HBLH; HBTB; HRCS1; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 156 x 229 x 28. Weight in Grams: 624.
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Number of pages
- 384
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Edition
- New edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226100371
- ISBN
- 9780226100371
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 48.99€ 38.29
€ 48.99
€ 38.29
Paperback. Paperback, white spine. Stamps and previous owner's signature on first page. 148pp
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- Publisher
- The Society London
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1973
- Edition
- 3rd ed
- SKU
- KON0819775
- ISBN
- 9780950034928
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 5.49
€ 5.49
Paperback. Num Pages: 192 pages, 25 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKN; HBJD1; HBTB; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 130 x 20. Weight in Grams: 216.
- Publisher
- Nonsuch Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845882303
- ISBN
- 9781845882303
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 13.21
€ 14.99
€ 13.21
Paperback. The dawn of print was a major turning point in the early modern world. This book reconstructs the first 150 years of the world of print, exploring the complex web of religious, economic and cultural concerns surrounding the printed word. Num Pages: 440 pages, 69 black-&-white illustrations. BIC Classification: HBJD; HBLH; HBTB; KNTP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 146 x 215 x 33. Weight in Grams: 560.
- Publisher
- Yale University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 440
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780300178210
- ISBN
- 9780300178210
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 19.68
€ 25.99
€ 19.68
Paperback. The scandalous history of the men of Essex Num Pages: 192 pages, 36. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAX; HBJD1; HBTB; JFSJ2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 201 x 126 x 15. Weight in Grams: 180.
- Publisher
- Amberley Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781445645216
- ISBN
- 9781445645216
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.63
€ 15.63
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Truran United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 132
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781850221623
- ISBN
- 9781850221623
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 9.46
€ 9.46
Paperback. A lively and comprehensive overview of Roman slavery, ideal for introductory-level students of the ancient Mediterranean world. Series: Cambridge Introduction to Roman Civilization. Num Pages: 252 pages, 84 b/w illus. 4 maps 2 tables. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLA1; HBTS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 420. Series: Cambridge Introduction to Roman Civilization. 252 pages, 84 b/w illus. 4 maps 2 tables. A lively and comprehensive overview of Roman slavery, ideal for introductory-level students of the ancient Mediterranean world. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLA1; HBTS. Dimension: 229 x 155 x 12. Weight: 442.
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Number of pages
- 252
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780521535014
- ISBN
- 9780521535014
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 39.77
€ 39.77
Paperback. Covers the story of prejudice against Jews from the time of Christ through the rise of Nazi Germany. This work presents an assessment of this egregious human failing that is nearly ubiquitous in the history of Europe. Translator(s): Klin, George. Num Pages: 440 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JH; 3JJC; 3JJF; 3JJG; HBT; JFFJ; JFSL; JFSR1. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 152 x 228 x 33. Weight in Grams: 644.
- Publisher
- University of Pennsylvania Press United States
- Number of pages
- 440
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780812218664
- ISBN
- 9780812218664
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 41.99€ 37.34
€ 41.99
€ 37.34
Paperback.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752453040
- ISBN
- 9780752453040
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 20.64
€ 23.99
€ 20.64
Paperback. Britain has had, over many hundreds of years, a huge diversity of working boats operating around her coasts. This work offers an account of the Lochfyne skiff that emerged from generations of innovation and which resulted in one of the prettiest workboats to have graced the British shores. Num Pages: 128 pages, 170 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKSH; HBTM; WGG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 165 x 10. Weight in Grams: 384.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752447742
- ISBN
- 9780752447742
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.50
€ 19.99
€ 18.50
Paperback. The story of the peoples of Eurasia, from the birth of farming to the expansion of the Mongols in the thirteenth century. An immense historical panorama set on a huge continental stage, this is also the story of how humans first started building the global system we know today. Num Pages: 544 pages, 130 colour halftones; 150 maps; 28 plans. BIC Classification: 3B; HBJD; HBJF; HBLA; HBLC; HBTB; HBTP; HDD; HDDA; JH. Dimension: 246 x 189. .
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199689187
- ISBN
- 9780199689187
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 26.69
€ 36.99
€ 26.69