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Paperback. Explores the images of Africa and Africans that evolved in ancient Egypt, in classical Greece and imperial Rome, in the early Mediterranean world, and in the early domains of Christianity. This book provides a survey of the special place that Aksumite Ethiopia has held in European and African conceptual worlds as the site of 'worthy Ethiopia'. Num Pages: 240 pages, illustrated in full colour. BIC Classification: 1HFGA; HBJH; JFSL9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 170 x 33. Weight in Grams: 930.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Wits University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9781868144990
ISBN
9781868144990
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 34.03

Hardcover. This book puts the illegal economy of the German capital during and after World War II into context and provides a new interpretation of Germany's postwar history. The black market, it argues, served as a reference point for the beginnings of the two new German states. Series: Worlds of Consumption. Num Pages: 304 pages, 20. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJH; 3JJPG; HBJD; HBLW; KCZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 161 x 236 x 22. Weight in Grams: 580.
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st ed. 2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781137017741
ISBN
9781137017741
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 65.94

Hardback. In studies of a common European past, there is a significant lack of scholarship on the former Eastern Bloc countries. This volume offers a reflection on memory in an Eastern European historical context, one that can be measured against and applied to historical experience in other parts of Europe. Editor(s): Pakier, Malgorzata; Wawrzyniak, Joanna. Series: Contemporary European History. Num Pages: 372 pages. BIC Classification: 1DV; HBJD; HBLW; JHB. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. .
Publisher
Berghahn Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
372
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781782389293
ISBN
9781782389293
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 167.37

Paperback. This study seeks to penetrate the roots of the Taliban movement on Afghanistan, the factors which contributed to its sudden rise to prominence, and the implications of Taliban mobilization for the stability of Afghanistan and the region. Editor(s): Maley, William. Num Pages: 264 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1FCA; HBJF; HBLW3; HBTB; HBTV; JFSR2; JPH; JPWQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 142 x 17. Weight in Grams: 384.
Publisher
C Hurst & Co (Publishers)Ltd
Number of pages
264
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Condition
New
SKU
V9781850653608
ISBN
9781850653608
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 30.89

Paperback. In this new edition, Jones brings his history of immigration to the United States up to 1990. His new chapter covers the major changes in immigration patterns caused by changes in legislation, such as the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965. Series: The Chicago History of American Civilization. Num Pages: 352 pages, xii, 354 p., 8 halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; JFFN; JPVH1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 141 x 216 x 28. Weight in Grams: 512.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
Second Edition
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226406336
ISBN
9780226406336
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 34.59

Paperback. This is a survey of the American past from the earliest colonial settlements to the present day. The author assesses not only the epic achievements of the nation, but also the tensions and limitations of the society behind the American dream. A new chapter reviews recent presidential elections. Series: Short Oxford History of the Modern World. Num Pages: 752 pages, maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3J; 4KL; HBJK. Category: (UA) A / AS level; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 159 x 41. Weight in Grams: 1050.
Publisher
Oxford University Press, USA
Number of pages
752
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198205722
ISBN
9780198205722
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.52

Paperback. Pledged to defend the Christian holy places, the Templars formed a monastic order of "fighting monks". This collection of translated sources examines the activities of the order from its establishment in 1099, through the arrests of the French members in 1307 until its dissolution in 1392 Translator(s): Barber, Malcolm; Bate, Keith (former Senior Lecturer in Classics, University of Reading); Bate, Keith (Former Senior Lecturer in Classics, University of Reading). Series: Manchester Medieval Sources. Num Pages: 368 pages, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1D; 3H; HBJD; HBLH; HRCC2; HRCC7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 217 x 141 x 23. Weight in Grams: 500.
Publisher
Manchester University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
368
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780719051104
ISBN
9780719051104
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 26.96

Hardback. Presenting the history of the men who directed and determined the outcome of the mid-seventeenth-century British wars such as Cromwell, Fairfax, and Essex, this title examines how the generals prepared for, fought in, and followed up a battle, and provides an appraisal of the performance of individual commanders set against their peers. Num Pages: 336 pages, 8 black-&-white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; HBJD1; HBWE. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 166 x 32. Weight in Grams: 708.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Yale University Press United States
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300113082
ISBN
9780300113082
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 26.97

Paperback. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JD; HBJD1; HBLH; HBWE; JWL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 180 x 20. Weight in Grams: 502.
Publisher
Helion and Company
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781910777107
ISBN
9781910777107
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 28.64

Paperback. Traces the origins and evolution of the enmity between England and France over the years in which England was a continental European land power. This book also examines the emergence of English national identity and the part played by language in this process, as the English increasingly defined themselves against their French enemy. Num Pages: 192 pages, 8 bw illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DDF; HBJD; HBLC; HBLH; JPS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 230 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 306.
Publisher
Hambledon Continuum
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847252517
ISBN
9781847252517
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 34.04

Hardback. * Major survey of the history and culture of Roman Britain. * Brings together specialists to provide an overview of recent debates about this period. * Exceptionally broad coverage, embracing political, economic, cultural and religious life. Editor(s): Todd, Malcolm. Series: Blackwell Companions to British History. Num Pages: 528 pages, 120. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3D; HBJD1; HBLA; HBTB; HRAX; JP; KCZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 256 x 179 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1066.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
528
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631218234
ISBN
9780631218234
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 214.01

Paperback. This text charts the history of the Roman province of Britannia from the conquest of the 1st century AD to the end of Roman administration in the 5th century. Although almost swept away by the Anglo-Saxons, it shows the extent to which the Roman legacy played a part in the development of Britain. Series: Blackwell Classic Histories of England. Num Pages: 272 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 1QDAR; HBJD1; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 153 x 20. Weight in Grams: 406.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
3rd Edition
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631214649
ISBN
9780631214649
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 47.04

Paperback. For many centuries Germanic peoples occupied much of northern and central Europe. From the fourth century onward migrant groups extended their power and influence over much of Western Europe and beyond to North Africa. In so doing, they established enduring states in France, Spain, Italy and Britain. Series: Peoples of Europe. Num Pages: 288 pages, 41 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DFG; HBJD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 154 x 21. Weight in Grams: 422.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405117142
ISBN
9781405117142
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.30

Paperback. * Major survey of the history and culture of Roman Britain. * Brings together specialists to provide an overview of recent debates about this period. * Exceptionally broad coverage, embracing political, economic, cultural and religious life. Editor(s): Todd, Malcolm. Series: Blackwell Companions to British History. Num Pages: 528 pages, 120 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3D; HBJD1; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 173 x 27. Weight in Grams: 876.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
528
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405156813
ISBN
9781405156813
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.49

Paperback. British Political History 1867-2001 is a comprehensive summary of the major political developments of British history over the last 140 years. This 3rd edition brings the picture up to date with coverage of the 2001 general election. Num Pages: 692 pages, 16 maps, 21 b&w photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JH; 3JJ; HBJD1; HBLL; HBLW; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 159 x 47. Weight in Grams: 1028.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Number of pages
696
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415268707
ISBN
9780415268707
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 49.72

Paperback. Num Pages: 556 pages, colour & b/w illus. BIC Classification: 1MBN; 3JJG; HBJM; HBTB; JFFA; JPW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 170. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Otago University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9781927322260
ISBN
9781927322260
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 22.64

Hardback. Series: Security, Conflict and Cooperation in the Contemporary World. Num Pages: 340 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HBJF; HBJK; HBW; JPA; PDX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 210 x 148. .
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Edition
1st ed. 2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9783319518794
ISBN
9783319518794
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 123.75

Paperback. This history of the great heretical movements of the middle ages provides an account of the dissent and protests made against the Medieval churches of Rome and Byzantium. It examines the origins and nature of these heresies, and how medieval churchmen grappled with deviation. Num Pages: 504 pages, 10. BIC Classification: 1D; 3H; HBJD1; HBLC; HRAM7; HRCC2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 154 x 27. Weight in Grams: 720.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
504
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631222767
ISBN
9780631222767
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 42.02

Paperback. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, maps. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; AMN; HBJD1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 153 x 231 x 15. Weight in Grams: 492.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781860776724
ISBN
9781860776724
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 20.64

Paperback. On the morning of January 24, 1848, James W Marshall discovered gold in California. The news spread across the continent, launching hundreds of ships and hitching a thousand prairie schooners. This title demonstrates that in its far-reaching repercussions, it was the most significant event in the first half of the nineteenth century. Num Pages: 569 pages, 14 b/w illustrations, 4 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBLL; HBTB; JFC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 472.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
University of California Press United States
Number of pages
569
Condition
New
Edition
Reprint
SKU
V9780520216594
ISBN
9780520216594
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 28.38

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