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Paperback. Self and Sensibility in Contemporary American Poetry is an inquiry into the cultural roles lyric poetry does and can play in our age. Series: Cambridge Studies in American Literature and Culture. Num Pages: 248 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; DSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 370.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
Edition
Reissue
SKU
V9780521274135
ISBN
9780521274135
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 41.88

Paperback. The definitive scholarly edition of Herbert's complete English poems, accompanied by extensive explanatory and textual apparatus. Editor(s): Wilcox, Helen. Num Pages: 788 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: 2AB; DCF; DSBD; DSC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 160 x 229 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1176. 786 pages, illustrations. Editor(s): Wilcox, Helen. The definitive scholarly edition of Herbert's complete English poems, accompanied by extensive explanatory and textual apparatus. Cateogry: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. BIC Classification: 2AB; DCF; DSBD; DSC. Dimension: 160 x 229 x 35. Weight: 1222.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Edition
Reprint
Number of pages
786
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521177207
ISBN
9780521177207
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.99
€ 46.45

Paperback. This essential Companion to Thomas Pynchon provides all the necessary tools to unlock the challenging fiction of this postmodern master. Editor(s): Dalsgaard, Inger H.; Herman, Luc; McHale, Brian. Series: Cambridge Companions to Literature. Num Pages: 212 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: DSBH; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 152 x 228 x 10. Weight in Grams: 340. Series: Cambridge Companions to Literature. 212 pages. Editor(s): Dalsgaard, Inger H.; Herman, Luc; McHale, Brian. This essential Companion to Thomas Pynchon provides all the necessary tools to unlock the challenging fiction of this postmodern master. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: DSBH; DSK. Dimension: 152 x 228 x 10. Weight: 348.
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Format
Paperback
SKU
V9780521173049
ISBN
9780521173049
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 30.10

Paperback. Robert Wilcher charts the political and ideological development of 'royalism' between 1628 and 1660. Num Pages: 416 pages, 3 tones. BIC Classification: 2AB; 3JD; DSBD; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 610.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
416
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521118972
ISBN
9780521118972
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 49.36

paperback. Explores how the ancient Greeks regarded the capacity of speech as the defining human characteristic. Num Pages: 404 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: DSBB; HPCA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 590.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
404
Condition
New
Edition
Reissue
SKU
V9780521117784
ISBN
9780521117784
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 58.15

Paperback. Reading Material in Early Modern England rediscovers the practices and representations of sixteenth- and seventeenth-century English readers. Num Pages: 336 pages, 10 b/w illus. BIC Classification: 2AB; 3JB; 3JD; DSBD. Category: (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 500.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780521104159
ISBN
9780521104159
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.13

Paperback. This study of six modern dramatists argues that a study of theatrical language should be an exercise in 'practical criticism' and not merely narrowly linguistic. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: DSB. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 16. Weight in Grams: 370.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1975
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780521098663
ISBN
9780521098663
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 49.36

Paperback. Barchas explains how from the beginning of the novel's emergence in Britain, prose writers experimented with its appearance. Num Pages: 316 pages, 110 b/w illus. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBF; DSK. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 246 x 170 x 19. Weight in Grams: 548.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521090575
ISBN
9780521090575
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.28

Paperback. This 1993 book explores the history of French theatre in the nineteenth century. Num Pages: 336 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DDF; 3JH; DSBF; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 228 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 500.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
Edition
Revised ed.
SKU
V9780521035019
ISBN
9780521035019
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.00

Paperback. This book, first published in 2000, examines Romantic poetry in relation to the philosophical, political and anthropological discourse of the period. Series Editor(s): Butler, Marilyn; Chandler, James. Series: Cambridge Studies in Romanticism. Num Pages: 296 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBF; DSC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 440.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
296
Condition
New
Edition
Reprint
SKU
V9780521028202
ISBN
9780521028202
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.17

Paperback. Examines the role the fable played in the development of English literature and culture in the period 1651-1740. Series Editor(s): Erskine-Hill, Howard; Richetti, John. Series: Cambridge Studies in Eighteenth-Century English Literature & Thought. Num Pages: 248 pages, 9 b/w illus. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBD; JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 153 x 229 x 15. Weight in Grams: 380.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521025317
ISBN
9780521025317
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.86

Paperback. This collection of specially commissioned essays, first published in 2003, explores key dimensions of Lacan's life and works. Editor(s): Rabate, Jean-Michel. Series: Cambridge Companions to Literature. Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: DSA; DSBH; DSK; HPC; JMA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 228 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 514.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521002035
ISBN
9780521002035
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.51

Hardcover. Editor(s): Keatinge, Benjamin; Woods, Aengus. Num Pages: 304 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBR; 2AB; BGL; DSBH; DSC. Category: (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 243 x 166 x 31. Weight in Grams: 646. Good clean copy with some shelf wear
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Irish Academic Press Ltd
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KAC0003209
ISBN
9780716529101
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. This introduction provides the guidance that modern readers need to come to an informed appreciation of the writings of medieval England. An introduction to English literature written in the four centuries following the Norman Conquest. Written by the well-known medievalist, Thorlac Turville-Petre. Series: Blackwell Introductions to Literature. Num Pages: 224 pages, 6 illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 154 x 13. Weight in Grams: 332.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631231721
ISBN
9780631231721
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 40.40

Paperback. Series: Routledge Studies in Religion. Num Pages: 206 pages, 9 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: DSBB; HBLA1; HRAX; HRCC2; HRCF2; HRKP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
206
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9781138048270
ISBN
9781138048270
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 61.81

Paperback. In the 1930s, George Seferis, George Katsimbalis and other poets and writers, welcomed Henry Miller and Lawrence Durrell to their homeland. In a blend of memoir, literary criticism and interpretative storytelling, this is a journey into the poetry, friendships and politics of the time. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: 1DVG; 2AB; 3JJ; DSBH; HBJD; HBLW; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 204 x 133 x 17. Weight in Grams: 318.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Northwestern University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810119390
ISBN
9780810119390
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.93

Hardcover. Explores "Chronicles of Narnia", offering a look at the stories themselves and also focusing on the intellect and imagination of the man behind the Wardrobe. This title presents each Narnia book as its own little wardrobe - each tale an opportunity to discover a visionary world of vitality, beauty, and clarity. Num Pages: 256 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: DSBH; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 221 x 145 x 24. Weight in Grams: 382.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780787978907
ISBN
9780787978907
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.12

Paperback. Bringing together a wealth of material with clear critical commentary, Debra J. Rosenthal offers the ideal starting point for anyone beginning to study this crucial American novel. Editor(s): Rosenthal, Debra J. Series: Routledge Guides to Literature. Num Pages: 168 pages, further reading. BIC Classification: 2ABM; DSBF; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 218 x 144 x 8. Weight in Grams: 216.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
168
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415234740
ISBN
9780415234740
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.94

Paperback. A philosophical exploration of Suzanne Collins's New York Times bestselling series, just in time for the release of The Hunger Games movie Katniss Everdeen is "the girl who was on fire," but she is also the girl who made us think, dream, question authority, and rebel. Editor(s): Michaud, Nicolas; Dunn, George A. Series Editor(s): Irwin, William. Series: The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AB; DSBH; DSK; HPX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 154 x 228 x 21. Weight in Grams: 436.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118065075
ISBN
9781118065075
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 22.32

Paperback. * Highly entertaining account of four journeys into the Himalayas and Tibet * Includes a ground-breaking survey of the history of early Tibet Num Pages: 320 pages, Section: 16, colour. BIC Classification: 1FPCT; 1KBB; 2ADF; DSBH; DSK; JFHF; WTL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 203 x 128 x 21. Weight in Grams: 388.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Little, Brown Book Group
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780349111421
ISBN
9780349111421
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.90

Hardback. This book is a study of Spenser's conception of the nature of heroism and the way it is embodied in the separate books of The Faerie Queene. Num Pages: 252 pages. BIC Classification: DSB. Weight in Grams: 461. Clean copy in original cloth covers with gilt title to spine. Covers showing light shelf wear. Previous owner's ex-libris stamp to FFEP. Lacking dust wrapper but remains a very good copy
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1970
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KMK0013919
ISBN
9780521076623
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. This volume offers an abundant and representative selection of the verse of Ben Jonson and the Cavalier poets. Editor(s): MacLean, Hugh. Series: Norton Critical Editions. Num Pages: 624 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; DCF; DSBD; DSC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 132 x 208 x 18. Weight in Grams: 590. Clean copy with some shelf wear
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1975
Publisher
W. W. Norton & Company
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KJE0002243
ISBN
9780393093087
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. Booker-shortlisted for "Time's Arrow" and known for his novels, short stories, essays, reviews, and autobiographical works, Martin Amis is one of the influential of contemporary British writers. This guide to Amis' diverse and often controversial work offers an introduction to the contexts and various interpretations of his texts. Series: Routledge Guides to Literature. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: DSBH. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 248.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415402927
ISBN
9780415402927
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 54.05

Paperback. This Sourcebook examines Dickens' novel within its literary and cultural contexts providing an ideal orientation in the novel, its reception history and the critical material which surrounds it. Editor(s): Allan, Janice M. Series: Routledge Guides to Literature. Num Pages: 176 pages, 4 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; 4KL; DSBF; DSK. Category: (UA) A / AS level; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 219 x 138 x 14. Weight in Grams: 242.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415247733
ISBN
9780415247733
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.94

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