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Paperback. Published to coincide with the world premiere of Martin Sherman's new play that opens at the Chichester festival in September and stars Robert Lindsay and Diana Quick. Series: Modern Plays. Num Pages: 96 pages. BIC Classification: DD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 6. Weight in Grams: 88.
Condition
Used, Good
Publisher
Methuen Drama
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
SKU
KLN0015068
ISBN
9781408110751
Paperback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 5.82

Hardcover. The eleven plays by Aristophanes that have come down to us describe the period spanned by his forty-year career, beginning with the first production in 427 BC. This book provides a picture of the poet's vitality and information and insights about his world. Editor(s): Henderson, Jeffrey. Translator(s): Henderson, Jeffrey. Series: Loeb Classical Library. Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: 2AHA; DD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 171 x 118 x 29. Weight in Grams: 400.
Publisher
Loeb Classical Library
Number of pages
400
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674996151
ISBN
9780674996151
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 32.96

hardcover. Aristophanes' comedies are famous for their comic characters and earthy humour. But they are also highly topical, with many contemporary political allusions easily missed today. This book provides students with a long needed accessible and essential introductory guide to the plays, focusing particularly on information about the Athens of the day. Num Pages: 376 pages, bibliography. BIC Classification: 2AHA; DSBB; DSG. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 145 x 226 x 27. Weight in Grams: 582.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
376
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198721581
ISBN
9780198721581
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 48.54

Hardcover. This book demonstrates how the competitive context in which Athenian comic drama was performed shaped the poetry and plots of Aristophanes' plays. Num Pages: 302 pages. BIC Classification: 2AHA; DSBB. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 160 x 20. Weight in Grams: 620.
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
302
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521764070
ISBN
9780521764070
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 71.97

Paperback. Treating ancient plays as living drama. Series: Cambridge Translations from Greek Drama. Num Pages: 127 pages. BIC Classification: 2AHA; 4KL; DD; DSG. Category: (E) Primary & Secondary Education. Dimension: 135 x 201 x 7. Weight in Grams: 144.
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521172578
ISBN
9780521172578
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.39

Paperback. This vibrant collection of verse translations of Aristophanes' works-featuring Clouds, Women at the Thesmophoria (or Thesmophoriazusae), and Frogs-combines historical accuracy with a sensitive attempt to capture the rich dramatic and literary qualities of Aristophanic comedy. Editor(s): Halliwell, Stephen. Series: Oxford World's Classics. Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: 2AHA; DD; DSBB; DSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 130 x 196 x 20. Weight in Grams: 280.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
OUP Oxford
Condition
New
SKU
9780192824097
ISBN
9780192824097
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 10.25

Hardcover. A new edition of Aristophanes, replacing the previous OCT (1900-1). It incorporates a better picture of the transmission of the text from antiquity, and more accurate reports of manuscript readings. Editor(s): Wilson, N. G. Series: Oxford Classical Texts. Num Pages: 440 pages. BIC Classification: 2AHA; DSBB; DSG. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 192 x 132 x 28. Weight in Grams: 506.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
440
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198721802
ISBN
9780198721802
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 48.54

Paperback. In a new English translation by Christopher Rowe, this great classic of moral philosophy by Aristotle is accompanied here by an extended introduction and detailed line-by-line commentary by Sarah Broadie. Assuming no knowledge of Greek, her approach should prove useful for students reading the text for the first time. Translator(s): Rowe, Christopher. Num Pages: 480 pages, glossary, bibliography. BIC Classification: DNF; HPCA; HPQ. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 246 x 172 x 27. Weight in Grams: 792.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
478
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198752714
ISBN
9780198752714
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 57.94

Hardcover. Aristotle Ethica Nicomachea Series: Oxford Classical Texts. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; DNF; HPCA; HPQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 130 x 194 x 21. Weight in Grams: 350.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1920
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198145110
ISBN
9780198145110
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 39.46

Paperback. Here is a new translation, remarkable for its accuracy and refreshing clarity of exposition, of the first major work of literary criticism. Editor(s): Hutton, James. Translator(s): Hutton, James. Num Pages: 128 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: DSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 206 x 136 x 12. Weight in Grams: 164.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1982
Publisher
WW Norton & Co United States
Edition
1st
Number of pages
128
Condition
New
SKU
V9780393952162
ISBN
9780393952162
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.88

Paperback. A compelling ode to the human spirit and its power to endure. Published in this edition alongside three short theatre installations - Kitchen, A Girl's Bedroom and Room 303. Num Pages: 96 pages. BIC Classification: DD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 131 x 198 x 12. Weight in Grams: 118.
Publisher
Nick Hern Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
9781848426054
ISBN
9781848426054
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 12.18

Paperback. An old Colombian man bears witness to the senseless violence engulfing his country in an immensely disturbing book where every detail is true to life. Translator(s): McLean, Anne. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 129 x 15. Weight in Grams: 160.
Publisher
Quercus
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781906694777
ISBN
9781906694777
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 12.61

Paperback. Arms and the Man has proved to one of Shaw's most popular plays, challenging notions of romance, bravery, cowardice, patriotism, and loyalty. This is a fresh, up to date and accessibly written critical edition for literature and drama students. Editor(s): Wearing, J. P. Series: New Mermaids. Num Pages: 176 pages, Production photographs. BIC Classification: 2AB; DD; DSBF; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UA) A / AS level; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 199 x 130 x 11. Weight in Grams: 150.
Edition
Annotated
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC London
Number of pages
176
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780713679984
ISBN
9780713679984
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.69

Paperback. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2022
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd
Condition
New
SKU
V9780141981499
ISBN
9780141981499
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.79

Paperback. Num Pages: 96 pages. BIC Classification: DD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. .
Publisher
Nick Hern Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848425170
ISBN
9781848425170
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 12.61

Paperback. Born Elizabeth Jane Cochran, the author was renowned as America's first 'girl stunt reporter'. She was a pioneer of investigative journalism, including an expose of patient treatment at a mental asylum and a travelogue from her record-breaking race around the world in emulation of Phileas Fogg. This title deals with her works. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: DNJ; WTLC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 196 x 160 x 17. Weight in Grams: 258.
Publisher
Penguin Classics
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
Revised ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780143107408
ISBN
9780143107408
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.76

Hardcover. 64pp. Previous owner's signature. Foxing
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
M H Gill
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1921
Edition
1st edn
SKU
KHS1004086
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 195.00

Hardcover. Illustrator(s): Anderson, Anne M.; Corr, James. Num Pages: 80 pages, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 2ADL; CJBT; DNF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 187 x 130 x 14. Weight in Grams: 246. Fine copy in fine dust wrapper
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Appletree Press Ltd
Condition
Used, Like New
SKU
KSS0001074
ISBN
9780862816650
Hardback
Condition: Used, Like New

€ 4.99

Paperback. BIC Classification: DD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 194 x 132 x 7. Weight in Grams: 122. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: DD. Dimension: 194 x 132 x 7. Weight: 128.
Publisher
Josef Weinberger Plays London
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780856761225
ISBN
9780856761225
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 14.54

Paperback. Serge has bought a modern work of art for a large sum of money. Marc hates the painting and cannot believe that a friend of his could possibly want such a work. Yvan attempts, unsuccessfully, to placate both sides with hilarious consequences. The question is: Are you who you think you are or are you who your friends think you are? Translator(s): Hampton, Christopher. Num Pages: 80 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: DD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 199 x 127 x 6. Weight in Grams: 74.
Publisher
Faber & Faber
Number of pages
80
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Edition
Main
Condition
New
SKU
V9780571190140
ISBN
9780571190140
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 12.61

Paperback. .
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2019
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415761062
ISBN
9780415761062
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 47.99
€ 28.95

Paperback. Includes interlocking essays that uncover art as an active force in the world - neither elitist or remote, present to those who want it, affecting even those who don't. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; ABA; DNF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 130 x 14. Weight in Grams: 156.
Publisher
Vintage Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
208
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780099590019
ISBN
9780099590019
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.33

Paperback. In this work, Lajos Egri examines a play from the inside out, starting with the heart of any drama: its characters. For it is people - their private natures and their inter-relationships - that move a story and give it life. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: CBV; DSG; GBC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UF) Further/Higher Education; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 141 x 22. Weight in Grams: 300.
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1972
Edition
Revised
Condition
New
SKU
V9780671213329
ISBN
9780671213329
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 13.47

Paperback. Carlos Castaneda was one of the most influential spiritual teachers of the 20th century. In this stunning new jacket edition of his bestselling book, he takes the reader on an amazing journey of the soul via the teachings of the great sorcerer don Juan and reveals that there are worlds existing within our own that can be visited through dreams. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: DNF; VXN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 19. Weight in Grams: 206.
Edition
1st Edition
Publisher
Element Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Condition
New
SKU
V9781855384279
ISBN
9781855384279
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.76

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