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Literary essays
Paperback. Translated into dactylic hexameter, this edition of the "Odyssey" recaptures the oral-formulaic experience as never before Translator(s): Merrill, Rodney. Num Pages: 432 pages, maps. BIC Classification: DNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 156 x 27. Weight in Grams: 599.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- University of Michigan Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780472088546
- ISBN
- 9780472088546
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 48.27
€ 48.27
Paperback. Editor(s): Jones, Peter V. Series: Classical Texts. Num Pages: 232 pages, Greek text with facing translation, commentary and notes. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; 2AHA; DNF; DSBB; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 210 x 149 x 10. Weight in Grams: 220.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- Aris & Phillips
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780856684708
- ISBN
- 9780856684708
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Condition: New
€ 41.62
€ 41.62
Paperback. After ten years of war, Odysseus turns his back on Troy and sets sail for home. But his voyage takes another ten years and he must face many dangers. Polyphemus the greedy one-eyed giant, Scylla the six-headed sea monster and even the wrath of the gods themselves, before he is reunited with his wife and son. Illustrator(s): Ambrus, Victor. Num Pages: 144 pages, map. BIC Classification: 2AB; 5AN; DNF; YQF. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 197 x 129 x 8. Weight in Grams: 98.
- Publisher
- Puffin
- Number of pages
- 112
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Edition
- Revised ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780140383096
- ISBN
- 9780140383096
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Condition: New
€ 9.45
€ 9.45
Paperback. Describes the adventures of Odysseus, Greek warrior, as he strives to return to his home island of Ithaca after the Trojan War. This poem also describes his endurance, his love for his wife and son. Translator(s): Chapman, George. Series Editor(s): Carabine, Dr. Keith. Series: Wordsworth Classics. Num Pages: 512 pages, notes. BIC Classification: 2AHA; DNF; DSBB; DSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 128 x 28. Weight in Grams: 332. Clean copy In good condition.
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- Used, Very Good
- Publisher
- Wordsworth Editions Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Edition
- Unabridged
- SKU
- KLJ0001372
- ISBN
- 9781853260254
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 6.74
€ 6.74
Paperback. Mary of Egypt, a penitent prostitute and figure of female autonomy and authority, is a disconcerting and unconventional saint, especially in an Anglo-Saxon context. This book tells the story of Mary who has been unduly neglected by students and teachers of Old English, but, with its gripping and intense narrative. Series: Exeter Mediaeval Texts & Studies. Num Pages: 272 pages, glossary. BIC Classification: DNF; DSB; HRCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 132 x 204 x 21. Weight in Grams: 346.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Liverpool University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780859896726
- ISBN
- 9780859896726
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 47.39
€ 47.39
Hardback. A collection of lectures from leading writers and critics, including Nadine Gordimer ("Three in a Bed: Fiction, Morals and Politics"), Cynthia Ozick ("What Henry James Knew"), George Steiner ("The Uncommon Reader") and Seamus Heaney ("Dylan the Durable? On Dylan Thomas"). Num Pages: 304 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; DNF; DSB. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 160 x 29. Weight in Grams: 602.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Fordham University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780823215157
- ISBN
- 9780823215157
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 68.04
€ 68.04
Paperback. This translation presents the Analects in a revolutionary new format that, for the first time in any language, distinguishes the original words of the Master from the later sayings of his disciples and their followers, enabling readers to experience China's most influential philosophical work in its true historical, social, and political context. Series: Translations from the Asian Classics. Num Pages: 342 pages, 24 illus. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 2GDC; DNF; DSBB; HBG; HBLA; HPD; HRKN1; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 154 x 19. Weight in Grams: 490.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 342
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231104319
- ISBN
- 9780231104319
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Condition: New
€ 53.59
€ 53.59
hardcover. A critical edition of the writings of the English philosopher and sage Francis Bacon (1561-1626). It contains six of Bacon's Latin scientific works, each accompanied by entirely new facing-page translations which, together with the extensive introduction and commentaries, offer fresh insights into one of the great minds of the early 17th century. Editor(s): Rees, The late Graham. Translator(s): Edwards, Michael. Series: The Oxford Francis Bacon. Num Pages: 620 pages, 6 plates, 3 figures and 2 tables. BIC Classification: 3JD; DNF; HPCB; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 143 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1030. Good clean copy with minor shelfwear. Lacking dj, remains very good
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Clarendon Press
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KSG0034435
- ISBN
- 9780198122906
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 5.91
€ 5.91
Paperback. Editor(s): Smith, Ole L. Num Pages: 61 pages. BIC Classification: DNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 226 x 159 x 4. Weight in Grams: 120.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- Museum Tusculanum Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 61
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788772891293
- ISBN
- 9788772891293
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Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 16.00
€ 19.99
€ 16.00
The Pagan Book of Living and Dying: Practical Rituals, Prayers, Blessi...
Starhawk,, Nightmare, M. Macha
Paperback. A groundbreaking addition to today's popular literature on death and dying, in The Pagan Book of Living and Dying is the first comprehensive guide to Paganism's beliefs and practices in facing death. Num Pages: 384 pages, music. BIC Classification: DNF; HRKP; HRLM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 156 x 33. Weight in Grams: 428.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- HarperOne
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780062515162
- ISBN
- 9780062515162
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.41
€ 19.99
€ 18.41
Paperback. "Pancatantra" is ascribed by legend to the celebrated, half-mythical teacher Visnu Sarma. Asked by a great king to awaken the dulled intelligence of his three idle sons, the aging Sarma is said to have composed this great work as a series of entertaining and edifying fables narrated by a wide range of humans and animals. Translator(s): Rajan, Chandra. Num Pages: 512 pages. BIC Classification: DNF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 22. Weight in Grams: 351.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780140455205
- ISBN
- 9780140455205
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Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 16.81
€ 16.99
€ 16.81
Paperback. No modern Japanese writer was more idolized than Shiga Naoya. This work showcases the art of this writer who is often called "the god of the Japanese short story." Translator(s): Dunlop, Lane. Series: Modern Asian Literature Series. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 2GJ; DNF; DSBH; DSK; FYB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 130 x 191 x 11. Weight in Grams: 176.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231121576
- ISBN
- 9780231121576
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Condition: New
€ 36.61
€ 36.61
Hardback. Num Pages: 609 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; DNF; JPHC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 160 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1089.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1962
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 609
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231089043
- ISBN
- 9780231089043
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 185.74
€ 185.74
Hardback. Num Pages: 599 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; DNF; JPHC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 160 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1089.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1965
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 599
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231089081
- ISBN
- 9780231089081
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 185.47
€ 185.47
The Papers of Alexander Hamilton: Additional Letters 1777-1802, and Cu...
Hamilton, Alexander; Syrett, Harold C.
hardcover. Num Pages: 667 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; DNF; JPHC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 160 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1180.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1967
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 667
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231089111
- ISBN
- 9780231089111
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 187.18
€ 187.18
Hardback. Num Pages: 708 pages, 1port. BIC Classification: 1KBB; DNF; JPHC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 171 x 48. Weight in Grams: 1407.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1976
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st
- Number of pages
- 708
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231089234
- ISBN
- 9780231089234
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 186.78
€ 186.78
Hardback. Num Pages: 646 pages, 1port. BIC Classification: 1KBB; DNF; JPHC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 169 x 41. Weight in Grams: 1225.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1977
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 646
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231089241
- ISBN
- 9780231089241
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 186.86
€ 186.86
Hardback. Includes first-hand accounts of Thomas Jefferson's demeanor at his successor's inauguration and one of the most detailed descriptions of life at Monticello by a visitor. This volume tells of his efforts to restore order at his mismanaged mill complex, breed merino sheep, and otherwise resume full control of his financial and agricultural affairs. Editor(s): Looney, J. Jefferson. Series: Papers of Thomas Jefferson, Retirement Series. Num Pages: 784 pages, 8 halftones. 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JF; DNF; HBJK; HBLL; JPHL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 49. Weight in Grams: 1257.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 792
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691121215
- ISBN
- 9780691121215
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 216.17
€ 216.17
Hardback. Features Thomas Jefferson's papers from the end of his presidency until his death, covering the period from 16 November 1809 to 11 August 1810. This title includes both incoming and outgoing letters, totaling 518 documents. Editor(s): Looney, J. Jefferson. Series: Papers of Thomas Jefferson, Retirement Series. Num Pages: 816 pages, 8 halftones. 6 line illus. 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; DNF; HBJK; HBLL; JPHL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 48. Weight in Grams: 1228.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 784
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691124902
- ISBN
- 9780691124902
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 216.00
€ 216.00
Hardback. Aims to bring to a close Jefferson's increasingly stormy tenure as Secretary of State, documenting, among many things, his epochal duel with Treasury Secretary Alexander Hamilton over the conduct of American foreign policy. Editor(s): Catanzariti, John. Series: Papers of Thomas Jefferson. Num Pages: 856 pages, 8pp illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JF; BGHA; DNF; JP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 61. Weight in Grams: 1628.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 856
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691047799
- ISBN
- 9780691047799
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 217.07
€ 217.07
Hardback. Covers events in the thirteen months of the author's time in Philadelphia serving as vice president under President John Adams and presiding over a Senate that was dominated by his political opponents, the Federalists. Editor(s): Oberg, Barbara B. Series: Papers of Thomas Jefferson. Num Pages: 808 pages, 9 halftones. 7 line illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JF; DNF; HBJK; HBLL; JPHL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 49. Weight in Grams: 1285.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 808
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691094984
- ISBN
- 9780691094984
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 216.55
€ 216.55
Hardback. Sifting information from rumors and private letters, Jefferson follows events in Europe, including Bonaparte's unexpected rise to power in France, and sees the value of his tobacco crop plummet as US legislation cuts off the French market. He begins to compile a manual of parliamentary procedures for the Senate. Editor(s): Oberg, Barbara B. Series: Papers of Thomas Jefferson. Num Pages: 728 pages, 8 halftones. 1 line illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; DNF; HBJK; HBLL; JPHL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 170 x 245 x 50. Weight in Grams: 1180.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 728
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691118956
- ISBN
- 9780691118956
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 215.62
€ 215.62
Hardback. Required by custom to be "entirely passive" during the presidential campaign, Jefferson, at Monticello during the summer of 1800, refrains from answering attacks on his character, responds privately to Benjamin Rush's queries about religion, and learns of rumors of his own death. Editor(s): Oberg, Barbara B. Series: Papers of Thomas Jefferson. Num Pages: 712 pages, 8 halftones. 4 line illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; DNF; HBJK; HBLL; JPHL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 45. Weight in Grams: 1142.
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 712
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691124896
- ISBN
- 9780691124896
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 215.45
€ 215.45
hardcover. A biographical sketch of the antecedents, early life and career of William Thornton, particulary known for his design of the US Capitol. It includes his early antislavery writings, and detailed accounts of the evolution of the first successful steamboat. Num Pages: 720 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JF; 3JH; AM; BGHA; DNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 48. Weight in Grams: 1243.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- University of Virginia Press United States
- Number of pages
- 720
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813913445
- ISBN
- 9780813913445
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 126.53
€ 126.53