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Paperback. Intended to benefit students in schools and colleges, this title contains short introductions to Roman stage conventions, and to different types of Greek and Roman comedy. Translator(s): Berg, Deena; Parker, Douglass. Num Pages: 424 pages, black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: DD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 155 x 27. Weight in Grams: 408.
Publisher
Hackett Publishing Co, Inc United States
Number of pages
424
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Condition
New
SKU
V9780872203624
ISBN
9780872203624
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.15

Paperback. Dr Gratwick's new book brings new light to bear on the interpretation of Menaechmi and on Plautus's place in the development of European comedy. Editor(s): Gratwick, A. S. Series Editor(s): Easterling, P. E.; Hardie, Philip; Hunter, Richard; Kenney, E. J. Series: Cambridge Greek and Latin Classics. Num Pages: 288 pages, appendices. BIC Classification: DD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 203 x 130 x 21. Weight in Grams: 332.
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521349703
ISBN
9780521349703
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.38

Hardcover. The rollicking comedies of Plautus, who brilliantly adapted Greek plays for Roman audiences c. 205--184 bc, are the earliest Latin works to survive complete and are cornerstones of the European theatrical tradition from Shakespeare and Moliere to modern times. This volume presents three of the twenty-one plays in new translation. Series: Loeb Classical Library. Num Pages: 592 pages. BIC Classification: 2ADL; DB; DD; DSBB; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 166 x 114 x 30. Weight in Grams: 422.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Edition
Bilingual
Number of pages
592
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674999862
ISBN
9780674999862
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 32.62

Paperback. Translator(s): Smith, Peter L. Series: Masters of Latin Literature. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 2ADL; DD; DSB; G. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 457.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
Cornell University Press United States
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801495946
ISBN
9780801495946
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 31.78

Paperback. A work that ranges from astronomy to art and from geography to zoology. Mingling acute observation with often wild speculation, it offers a view of the world as it was understood in the first century AD, whether describing the danger of diving for sponges, the first water-clock, or the use of asses' milk to remove wrinkles. Translator(s): Healey, John. Num Pages: 448 pages. BIC Classification: DNF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 28. Weight in Grams: 326.
Publisher
Penguin Classics
Number of pages
448
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1991
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780140444131
ISBN
9780140444131
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.44

Paperback. Pliny's letters provide a fascinating insight into Roman life in the period 97 to 112 AD. They document politics, social life, religion, the educational system, the treatment of slaves and include a vivid description of the eruption of Vesuvius. This is a lively and sympathetic new translation. Translator(s): Walsh, P. G. Series: Oxford World's Classics. Num Pages: 432 pages, one map; one house plan. BIC Classification: DNF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 195 x 130 x 22. Weight in Grams: 294.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
432
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199538942
ISBN
9780199538942
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 12.50

Paperback. Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: DS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 168 x 15. Weight in Grams: 1000.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Uniwersytet Jagiellonski, Wydawnictwo Poland
Condition
New
Number of pages
400
SKU
V9788323340065
ISBN
9788323340065
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.36
€ 42.28

Paperback. Editor(s): Stadter, Philip A. Translator(s): Waterfield, Robin. Series: Oxford World's Classics. Num Pages: 608 pages, maps. BIC Classification: DN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 196 x 129 x 28. Weight in Grams: 420.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
608
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
Reissue
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199537389
ISBN
9780199537389
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 16.90

Hardcover. Plutarch (c. 45 120 CE) wrote on many subjects. His extant works other than the "Parallel Lives" are varied, about sixty in number, and known as the "Moralia" ("Moral Essays"). They reflect his philosophy about living a good life, and provide a treasury of information concerning Greco-Roman society, traditions, ideals, ethics, and religion. Editor(s): Cherniss, Harold. Translator(s): Helmbold, W.C. Series: Loeb Classical Library. Num Pages: 602 pages. BIC Classification: DNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 172 x 116 x 31. Weight in Grams: 418.
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Number of pages
602
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1957
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674994478
ISBN
9780674994478
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 28.80

Paperback. Presents nine biographies that illuminate the careers, personalities and military campaigns of some of Rome's greatest statesmen, whose lives span the earliest days of the Republic to the establishment of the Empire. This title includes prominent figures who achieved fame for their pivotal roles in Roman history. Translator(s): Scott-Kilvert, Ian. Num Pages: 368 pages, maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; BGH; DNF; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 16. Weight in Grams: 258.
Publisher
Penguin Classics
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780140441581
ISBN
9780140441581
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.47

Paperback. Plutarch wrote a large number of essays on ethical, scientific, philosophical, ephemeral, historical and literary topics. Even when dealing with technical subjects, the essays reflect the author's particular style - with anecdotes and quotations included. Editor(s): Kidd, Ian. Translator(s): Waterfield, Robin. Num Pages: 448 pages. BIC Classification: DNF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 128 x 28. Weight in Grams: 324.
Publisher
Penguin Classics
Number of pages
448
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Edition
1st Printing
Condition
New
SKU
V9780140445640
ISBN
9780140445640
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.76

Paperback. Taken from the "Lives", a series of biographies spanning the Graeco-Roman age, this collection describes the twilight of the old Roman Republic from 157-43 BC. Deeply influential on Shakespeare and many other later writers, the works explore corruption, decadence, and the struggle for ultimate power. Editor(s): Seager, Robin. Translator(s): Warner, Rex. Num Pages: 464 pages. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; DNF; HBA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 130 x 20. Weight in Grams: 318.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Penguin Classics
Condition
New
Edition
Revised ed.
SKU
9780140449341
ISBN
9780140449341
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 12.08

Paperback. This edition will be of interest to all Greek scholars, ancient historians, and also the students of English literature since the relevant discussions require no knowledge of Greek. Editor(s): Pelling, C.B.R. Series Editor(s): Easterling, P. E.; Hardie, Philip; Hunter, Richard; Kenney, E. J. Series: Cambridge Greek and Latin Classics. Num Pages: 356 pages, 4 maps. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 206 x 141 x 23. Weight in Grams: 39.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1988
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Edition
0th Edition
Number of pages
351
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521284189
ISBN
9780521284189
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.04

Paperback. .
Publisher
Old Street Publishing United Kingdom
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781906964207
ISBN
9781906964207
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.70

Paperback. Editor(s): Levine, Susan F. Num Pages: 390 pages, illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 2ABM; DSB; FA; FC; FYB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 530.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Hackett Publishing Co, Inc United States
Number of pages
390
Condition
New
SKU
V9780872204980
ISBN
9780872204980
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 15.28

Paperback. The book is a critical edition of La Hollande Malade, a comedy in one act by Raymond Poisson. La Hollande Malade, written in 1673, is a satirical and allegorical comedy. Editor(s): Navailles, Louisette. Series: Exeter French Texts. Num Pages: 42 pages, notes, bibliography. BIC Classification: DD; FA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 210 x 148 x 7. Weight in Grams: 122.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
University of Exeter Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
42
Condition
New
SKU
V9780859894654
ISBN
9780859894654
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.88

Hardcover. Presents a collection of some of the most significant Elizabethan and Jacobean texts on the morality of the theater. This title includes attacks on the stage by moralists, defences by actors and playwrights, letters by magistrates, mayors and aldermen of London, and extracts from legislation. Editor(s): Pollard, Tanya. Num Pages: 392 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JB; 3JD; AN; DNF; HBJD1; HBLH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 163 x 33. Weight in Grams: 714.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
392
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405111935
ISBN
9781405111935
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 156.27

Paperback. "Farewell My Lovely". Num Pages: 64 pages. BIC Classification: DCF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 138 x 5. Weight in Grams: 110.
Publisher
Bloodaxe Books Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781852248253
ISBN
9781852248253
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 9.75

Paperback. Explores the ways in which we connect with others and the wider world. This collection of poems features characters that speak in many voices, both animal and human, bringing into focus the moments when we are most alive, and most alone. It takes the reader from the last performance of a virtuoso octopus to the industry of a Chinese city. Num Pages: 64 pages. BIC Classification: DCF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 171 x 142 x 4. Weight in Grams: 95.
Publisher
Bloodaxe Books Ltd
Number of pages
64
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9781852247225
ISBN
9781852247225
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 9.74

Paperback. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
O'Brien Press Ltd
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KKD0003593
ISBN
9780862785642
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 17.95

Paperback. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
O'Brien Press Ltd
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KKD0003961
ISBN
9780862785642
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 17.95

Paperback. Fleeing a world he has rejected, Robin finds solace in his music and the sanctuary of his remote family home. But as his kingdom begins to crumble around him, how far will he go to save it and at what cost? Num Pages: 128 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: DD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 132 x 10. Weight in Grams: 142.
Publisher
Faber & Faber
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
Main
Condition
New
SKU
V9780571301799
ISBN
9780571301799
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.48

Paperback. Come on troops. Let's take check: Finn Bar, slightly ruffled but still in fighting form. Maggie, could do with a full night's sleep but otherwise all in order.. Stay here. Don't answer the door. I'll go out and get some proper food. This title offers a tale of family loyalty as an uncertain future circles. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: DD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 128 x 11. Weight in Grams: 128.
Publisher
Faber & Faber United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
Main
Condition
New
SKU
V9780571249725
ISBN
9780571249725
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.48

Paperback. Presents a TMA award 2007 winning play. This title shows how lives of Mia and Henry are controlled by Martha, their mother. Num Pages: 96 pages. BIC Classification: DD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 126 x 8. Weight in Grams: 98.
Publisher
Faber & Faber United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
Main
Condition
New
SKU
V9780571244218
ISBN
9780571244218
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 11.48

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