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Paperback. But the carnival massacre marked a crossroads: the old mentality of vendetta was soon supplanted by the emerging sense that the direct expression of anger should be suppressed-to be replaced by duels. Num Pages: 240 pages, 16, 16 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DST; 3JB; HBJD; HBLC; HBTB; JPH; JPWF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 340.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801858499
ISBN
9780801858499
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 29.42

Paperback. Radio, the nation, and the rise of the voice in broadcasting, in a clearly written, significant history of the birth of the first mass medium. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJG; APW; HBJK; HBLW; KNTD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5334 x 3556 x 16. Weight in Grams: 295.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Temple University Press,U.S. United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781566399937
ISBN
9781566399937
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.73

Paperback. The Vietnam War is an outstanding collection of primary documents related to America s conflict in Vietnam which includes a balance of original American and Vietnamese perspectives, providing a uniquely varied range of insights into both American and Vietnamese experiences. Series: Uncovering the Past: Documentary Readers in American History. Num Pages: 296 pages. BIC Classification: 1FMV; 3JJPK; 3JJPL; HBJF; HBLW3; HBWS2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. .
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
296
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405196789
ISBN
9781405196789
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 39.80

paperback. The Scottish soldier has been at war for over 2000 years. This illustrated pean to his rich heritage explores both the detail of battles and the cultural history of war, devoting eight separate chapters to 'The Cultural and Physical Dimensions' of Scottish military involvement. Editor(s): Spiers, Edward M.; Crang, Jeremy A.; Strickland, Matthew. Num Pages: 922 pages, 116 b&w illustrations & colour plate section. BIC Classification: 1DBKS; HBJD1; HBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 243 x 171 x 48. Weight in Grams: 1596.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press
Condition
New
SKU
9780748694495
ISBN
9780748694495
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 49.99
€ 36.81

Hardback. Alexander s Heirs offers a narrative account of the approximately forty years following the death of Alexander the Great, during which his generals vied for control of his vast empire, and through their conflicts and politics ultimately created the Hellenistic Age. Num Pages: 246 pages, black & white illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; 3D; HBJD; HBLA1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 161 x 237 x 17. Weight in Grams: 476.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781444339628
ISBN
9781444339628
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 117.02

Paperback. "An authoritative study of the nature of the American patriotic spirit as observed in its most hallowed memorials" (Kirkus Reviews), this book includes updates of each site, and offers the most thorough description and analysis of the 50th anniversary commemorations at Pearl Harbor. Photos. Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HBJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 6452 x 4522 x 24. Weight in Grams: 726.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
University of Illinois Press United States
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780252061714
ISBN
9780252061714
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 34.25

paperback. This survey of medieval Britain is a coherent narrative of events between the two great invasions from continental Europe. It is unique both for its broad historical perspective and for its wide geographic coverage: it spans the "long" millennium from the first century BC through the Norman conquest and covers events in the whole of Britain Series: Britain and Europe. Num Pages: 320 pages, maps. BIC Classification: 1DBK; HBJD1; HBLA; HBLC. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 156 x 24. Weight in Grams: 562. Very good clean copy
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Bloomsbury Academic
Condition
Used, Like New
SKU
KSG0031560
ISBN
9780340586877
Paperback
Condition: Used, Like New

€ 6.49

Paperback. Traces the history of the Franks from their barbaric origins to the period of civil and military dominance in Western Europe. The book describes their society and culture, their conversion to Christianity, the way they ruled and their influence on subsequent ages. Series: Peoples of Europe. Num Pages: 256 pages, 50 photographs, 25 maps, bibliogrpahy. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 1DST; 3D; 3F; HBJD; HBTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 442.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631179368
ISBN
9780631179368
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.46

Paperback. China's 1911-12 Revolution, is thought of primarily as a change in governmental style, from imperial to republican, traditional to modern. But to what extent was the revolution not only anti-monarchical, but also anti-Manchu? This title explores this provocative and complicated question. Series: Studies on Ethnic Groups in China. Num Pages: 404 pages, 14 illus. BIC Classification: 1FPC; GTB; HBJF; HBLL; HBLW; HBTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 155 x 230 x 29. Weight in Grams: 656.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Edition
English and 1964/ Special and Updated to Include N
Number of pages
404
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295980409
ISBN
9780295980409
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 34.15

Paperback. Published to coincide with the centenary of the first expeditions to reach the South Pole, this book presents a fresh take on Antarctic exploration. By focusing on the larger purpose, it deepens our appreciation of the explorers' achievements, shares little-known stories, and shows what the Heroic Age of Antarctic discovery was really about. Num Pages: 326 pages, 54 black-&-white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1MTS; 3JJC; HBJQ; HBLW; RGR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 209 x 142 x 22. Weight in Grams: 412.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Yale University Press
Number of pages
326
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300188219
ISBN
9780300188219
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 19.73

Hardback. Num Pages: 200 pages, over 290 b/w and color photographs. BIC Classification: 1FMV; AJCR; HBJF; HBWS2; JWH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 289 x 224 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1302.
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764307584
ISBN
9780764307584
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 48.99
€ 32.42

Paperback. The King's Ranger explores not only military history but also such aspects of the American past as colonial migration, upheaval in the backcountry.. and the formation of new settlements in the Caribbean. Num Pages: 316 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BG; HBJK; HBLL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 159 x 23. Weight in Grams: 582.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Fordham University Press United States
Number of pages
316
Condition
New
SKU
V9780823219087
ISBN
9780823219087
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 37.61

Paperback. This book examines the ordinary, routine, daily behaviour, experiences and beliefs of people in Scotland from the earliest times to 1600. Editor(s): Cowan, Edward J.; Henderson, Lizanne. Series: A History of Everyday Life in Scotland. Num Pages: 336 pages, 36 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKS; 3H; HBJD1; HBLC1; HBTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 502. Series: A History of Everyday Life in Scotland. 336 pages, 36 black & white illustrations. Editor(s): Cowan, Edward J.; Henderson, Lizanne. This book examines the ordinary, routine, daily behaviour, experiences and beliefs of people in Scotland from the earliest times to 1600. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKS; 3H; HBJD1; HBLC1; HBTB. Dimension: 231 x 156 x 18. Weight: 488.
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780748621576
ISBN
9780748621576
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 34.90

Paperback. This book examines the power of the past upon the present. It shows how generations of Scots have exploited and reshaped history to meet the needs of a series of presents, from the conquest of the Picts to the refounding of Parliament. Editor(s): Cowan, Edward J.; Finlay, Richard J. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKS; HBJD1; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 450.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780748614202
ISBN
9780748614202
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 37.46

Paperback. A study of hunting and poaching during the colonial era in Kenya. Num Pages: 320 pages, 1 map, 4 photos. BIC Classification: 1HFGK; HBJH; HBLL; WSXH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 217 x 143 x 15. Weight in Grams: 310.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
James Currey
Condition
New
SKU
V9780852559604
ISBN
9780852559604
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 32.81

Paperback. In the years after World War II, new guided missile technology offered surface ships the chance to destroy airborne threats from afar, thereby preserving their role in naval warfare. This book examines the technology and combat performance of Britain's guided missile destroyers over half a century. Illustrator(s): Wright, Paul. Series: New Vanguard. Num Pages: 48 pages, 20 b/w; 27 col. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJP; 3JM; HBJD1; HBLW3; HBWS; JWMV2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 188 x 248 x 5. Weight in Grams: 166.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472811165
ISBN
9781472811165
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.50

Paperback. An illustrated study of the Soviet Navy s most powerful surface combatants of the Cold War. Will appeal to all those interested in the Soviet armed forces and Cold War technology." Illustrator(s): Wright, Paul. Series: New Vanguard. Num Pages: 48 pages, 40 b/w; 7 col. BIC Classification: 1DVU; 3JJP; HBJD; HBLW3; HBTW; JWMV2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 186 x 248 x 5. Weight in Grams: 166.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472817402
ISBN
9781472817402
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.21

Paperback. Series: A Midland Book. Num Pages: 384 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 162 x 24. Weight in Grams: 580.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
Indiana University Press United States
Number of pages
384
Condition
New
Edition
Reprint
SKU
V9780253207159
ISBN
9780253207159
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 26.29

Paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBSX; HBJK; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 363.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780226421216
ISBN
9780226421216
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 20.25

Paperback. Num Pages: 470 pages, 56 period photos. BIC Classification: 1FBN; HBJF1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 219 x 147 x 40. Weight in Grams: 928.
Publisher
Mage Publishers United States
Number of pages
470
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781933823072
ISBN
9781933823072
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 32.24

Paperback. Spanning thirteen centuries from the age of Trajan to the taking of Constantinople by the Turks, this title provides a selection and bridging commentary that enables the reader to acquire a general sense of the progress and argument of the author's work. Editor(s): Womersley, David. Num Pages: 848 pages, notes, bibliog. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 37. Weight in Grams: 572.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Penguin Classics
Condition
New
SKU
9780140437645
ISBN
9780140437645
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 12.37

Paperback. Gibbon's "The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire" (the first volume was originally published in 1776), is one of the most famous texts in the English language. David Womersley's annotated edition returns to manuscript and original sources. Editor(s): Womersley, David. Num Pages: 1232 pages, facsim. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 54. Weight in Grams: 834.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Penguin Classics
Condition
New
Edition
Reprint
SKU
9780140433937
ISBN
9780140433937
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 18.50

Paperback. Series: Modern Library. Num Pages: 1312 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; FC; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 133 x 47. Weight in Grams: 928.
Publisher
Modern Library
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Condition
New
SKU
V9780375758119
ISBN
9780375758119
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 17.81

Paperback. Published between 1776 and 1788, this text is acknowledged as a masterpiece of English historical writing. Covering the history of Europe from the 2nd-century AD, to the fall of Constantinople in 1453, this edition includes footnotes, explanatory comments, and a precis of the chapters not included. Series Editor(s): Griffith, Tom. Series: Wordsworth Classics of World Literature. Num Pages: 1088 pages, 26 maps, glossary. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; 3D; 3F; 3H; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 197 x 125 x 58. Weight in Grams: 692.
Publisher
Wordsworth Editions Ltd
Number of pages
1088
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Edition
New edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781853264993
ISBN
9781853264993
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 7.12

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