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Paperback.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
144
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750945400
ISBN
9780750945400
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.27

Paperback. * A heartwarming memoir of working-class life in the East End in the early 1900s Num Pages: 288 pages, Integrated: 12, line drawings. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; 3JJC; BM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 126 x 19. Weight in Grams: 204.
Edition
Reprint
Publisher
Virago
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9781844087273
ISBN
9781844087273
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 12.44

Hardback. The early twentieth century is usually remembered as an era of rising nationalism and military hostility, culminating in the disaster of the First World War. This book explores the role of artists and writers in the formation of a modern, secular peace movement in Britain, and the impact of ideas about 'positive peace' on their artistic practice. Series: The Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art. Num Pages: 244 pages, 40 colour images + 100 black-&-white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJC; 3JJF; ACXD2; DSBH; JPWF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 264 x 203 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1124.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Yale University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300151954
ISBN
9780300151954
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 33.29

Paperback. In the hell that was World War II, the Eastern Front was its heart of fire and ice. Gottlob Bidermann served in that lethal theatre from 1941 to 1945, and this memoir of those years recaptures his gruelling experiences with an army marching on the road to ruin. Editor(s): Zumbro, Derek S. Translator(s): Zumbro, Derek S. Series: Modern War Studies. Num Pages: 344 pages, 60 photographs. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJH; BGH; HBJD; HBWQ; JWT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 153 x 28. Weight in Grams: 600.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
University Press of Kansas United States
Edition
New edition
Number of pages
344
Condition
New
SKU
V9780700611225
ISBN
9780700611225
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.00

Hardback. After living in San Francisco for 15 years, the author found himself yearning for his Rust Belt hometown: Flint, Michigan, the birthplace of General Motors and "star" of the Michael Moore documentary "Roger & Me". This book reminds us that cities are defined by people, not politics or economics. Num Pages: 288 pages, 15 b/w photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBBNG; 3JJP; 3JM; HBJK; HBLW3; HBLX; HBTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 151 x 21. Weight in Grams: 558.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
University of California Press United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520270527
ISBN
9780520270527
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 24.43

Hardcover. Num Pages: 272 pages, 500. BIC Classification: 3JJH; HBWQ; JWMV3; WGM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 306 x 219 x 31. Weight in Grams: 1670.
Publisher
Crecy Publishing
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781902109466
ISBN
9781902109466
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 32.73

Paperback. Publication timed to coincide with the 70th anniversary of the Dam Buster raid of 16-17 May 1943 performed by Lancaster bombers. Wartime nostalgia books republished in facsimile are hugely popular,Amberley's own bestselling Spitfire Manual and Instructions for American Servicemen in Britain, 1942 (Bodleian Library). Editor(s): Wilson, Gordon. Num Pages: 313 pages, Illustrations (black and white, and colour). BIC Classification: 3JJH; HBWQ; JWMV3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 195 x 127 x 26. Weight in Grams: 320.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
313
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445614427
ISBN
9781445614427
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 12.42

Paperback. One of the greatest threats to Britain during World War I was the German U-Boat menace. Gordon Williamson traces the development of the U-Boat from the Brandtaucher, designed by Wilhelm Bauer in 1850, through to the commissioning of Germany's first U-Boat to go into service, the U-1, in 1906. Illustrator(s): Palmer, Ian. Series: Osprey New Vanguard S. Num Pages: 48 pages, 40 b&w and 7 colour illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 1QSA; 1QSM; 3JJF; HBJD; HBWN; JWF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 184 x 4. Weight in Grams: 174.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Osprey Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
48
Condition
New
SKU
V9781841763620
ISBN
9781841763620
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 17.25

Paperback. This title, following on from Volume One, charts the continuing development of the German U-boat. It covers the development of the Type IX as a long-range "cruiser" intended for solo operations in distant waters, and the revolutionary Type XXI, the first true submarine rather than submersible. Illustrator(s): Palmer, Ian. Series: New Vanguard. Num Pages: 48 pages, 40 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJH; HBJD; HBWQ; JWF; JWM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 184 x 246 x 4. Weight in Grams: 164.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
48
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Condition
New
SKU
V9781841763644
ISBN
9781841763644
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 17.14

Paperback. This volume on Germany's World War II U-boats traces their development through the early U-boats of the Kaiser's navy, the prohibition on Germany having U-boats following the Armistice in 1918 and the subsequent Treaty of Versailles to the formation of the 1st U-boat Flotilla in 1935. Illustrator(s): Palmer, Ian. Series: Osprey New Vanguard S. Num Pages: 48 pages, 40 b&w and 7 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJH; HBJD; HBWQ; JWF; JWM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 249 x 183 x 4. Weight in Grams: 170.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
48
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781841763637
ISBN
9781841763637
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 17.11

Hardcover. The story of a brave and successful German soldier on the Eastern Front in the Second World War Num Pages: 320 pages, 80 b & w photographs. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJH; BGH; HBWQ; JWL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 168 x 242 x 31. Weight in Grams: 842.
Publisher
Fonthill Media Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781781553930
ISBN
9781781553930
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 23.46

Paperback. Germany was well-served in World War II by her Navy's smaller vessels, in particular the U-boats and the S-boats. Known to the Allies as "E-boats" (E being indicative of "Enemy"), this volume examines the sterling duties and achievements of the E-boats. Illustrator(s): Palmer, Ian. Series: New Vanguard. Num Pages: 48 pages, 40 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJH; HBJD; HBWQ; JWF; JWMV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 245 x 184 x 4. Weight in Grams: 170.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
48
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Condition
New
SKU
V9781841764450
ISBN
9781841764450
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 12.33

Paperback. .
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
48
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Condition
New
SKU
V9781841765044
ISBN
9781841765044
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.37

Hardcover. A study of the organisational structure, uniforms and insignia of Germany's feared military police formations during the Second World War Num Pages: 336 pages, 450 black and white photographs 50 colour. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJH; HBJD; HBLW; HBWQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 180 x 31. Weight in Grams: 844.
Publisher
Fonthill Media Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781781553329
ISBN
9781781553329
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 27.27

Paperback. In the summer of 1969, as Apollo 11 was blasting off to the moon, two teenage twin brothers, with only three years' mountaineering experience, set off to climb one of the highest rock faces in Europe. This title offers a true account from Gordon Stainforth of a near-death experience on a mountain in Norway in 1969. Num Pages: 224 pages, 24 b&w photos, 3 maps/diagrams. BIC Classification: 1DNN; 3JJPK; BTP; WSZG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 132 x 17. Weight in Grams: 298. An Adventure That Went Wrong. 224 pages, 24 b&w photos, 3 maps/diagrams. In the summer of 1969, as Apollo 11 was blasting off to the moon, two teenage twin brothers, with only three years' mountaineering experience, set off to climb one of the highest rock faces in Europe. This title offers a true account from Gordon Stainforth of a near-death experience on a mountain in Norway in 1969. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DNN; 3JJPK; BTP; WSZG. Dimension: 196 x 132 x 17. Weight: 300.
Publisher
Golden Arrow Books
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780957054301
ISBN
9780957054301
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.25

Hardback. Presents an account about the Cold War. This work provides insights into the mixture of insecurity, ignorance, and ambition that drove the rivalry between the two sides. It concludes that bringing the Cold War to a peaceful end was a far greater challenge than just 'being tough with the Soviets'. Series: Stanford Security Studies. Num Pages: 496 pages, 4 figures, 28 illustrations, 6 maps. BIC Classification: 3JJP; HBTW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 238 x 161 x 32. Weight in Grams: 806.
Publisher
Stanford University Press United States
Number of pages
496
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780804760645
ISBN
9780804760645
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 35.99
€ 32.53

Paperback. Num Pages: Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1D; 3JJPG; APT; AVG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 145 x 210 x 32. Weight in Grams: 844.
Publisher
Telos Publishing Ltd United Kingdom
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845830656
ISBN
9781845830656
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 20.41

Paperback. Series: Warrior. Num Pages: 64 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FMV; 1KBB; 3JJPK; 3JJPL; HBJF; HBJK; HBLW3; HBWS2; JWL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 182 x 6. Weight in Grams: 220.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
64
Condition
New
SKU
V9781846032509
ISBN
9781846032509
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 17.98

Paperback. This series focuses on the soldiers and warriors of specific historic conflicts. The in-depth text and illustrations will not fail to inspire modelers, historians, re-enactors and enthusiasts alike. Each volume features 20-22 detailed colour plates of fighting men in realistic settings, produced by world class artists. Num Pages: 48 pages, 20 colour; 26pp b/w plates. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJH; AJC; HBJD; HBWQ; JWD; JWKT; JWL; JWM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 278 x 215 x 5. Weight in Grams: 234.
Publisher
Concord Publications Co ,Hong Kong Hong Kong
Number of pages
48
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Condition
New
SKU
V9789623616010
ISBN
9789623616010
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.79

Hardcover. In 1982, Argentina rashly gambled that a full-scale invasion of the Falklands Islands - ownership of which had been disputed with Great Britain for over a century - would put an end to years of political wrangling. This title lists the casualties of both sides and the graves of all the British fallen - both on the islands and the United Kingdom. Editor(s): Ramsey, Gordon. Num Pages: 624 pages, over 1600 colour and black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1MTASF; 3JJPN; HBJD1; HBLW3; HBWS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 306 x 45. Weight in Grams: 2830. 624 pages, over 1600 colour and black and white illustrations. Editor(s): Ramsey, Gordon. In 1982, Argentina rashly gambled that a full-scale invasion of the Falklands Islands - ownership of which had been disputed with Great Britain for over a century - would put an end to years of political wrangling. This title lists the casualties of both sides and the graves of all the British fallen - both on the islands and the United Kingdom. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1MTASF; 3JJPN; HBJD1; HBLW3; HBWS. Dimension: 302 x 219 x 47. Weight: 2832.
Publisher
After the Battle
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781870067713
ISBN
9781870067713
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 56.39
€ 53.47

Paperback. Introduces students to some of the trends and controversies in recent historical scholarship on this topic, and examines the principal developments of party organization, electoral growth and policy-making. Series: Lancaster Pamphlets. Num Pages: 80 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JH; 3JJ; HBTB; JPFF; JPL. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 137 x 7. Weight in Grams: 116.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
80
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415040518
ISBN
9780415040518
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.91

Paperback. The amazing story of one of 'the Few', Spitfire fighter pilot Gordon Olive, who shot down ten enemy aircraft during the Battle of Britain. Editor(s): Newton, Dennis. Num Pages: 320 pages, 50. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJH; BM; HBJD1; HBWQ; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 127 x 198 x 32. Weight in Grams: 314.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445660202
ISBN
9781445660202
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.11

Paperback. This volume brings together a distinguished group of international scholars to discuss the major debates in the study of early twentieth-century Europe. * Brings together contributions from a distinguished group of international scholars. * Provides an overview of current thinking on the period. Editor(s): Martel, Gordon. Series: Blackwell Companions to European History. Num Pages: 584 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JJC; 3JJF; 3JJG; 3JJH; HBJD; HBLW. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 244 x 171 x 32. Weight in Grams: 952.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
584
Condition
New
SKU
V9781444338409
ISBN
9781444338409
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 56.32

Paperback. Drawn from the award-winning 5-volume Encyclopedia of War, this valuable, one-volume reference provides readers with essential information on the conflicts and concepts that shaped global warfare in the twentieth-century and up to the present day. Editor(s): Martel, Gordon. Num Pages: 440 pages, maps. BIC Classification: 3JJ; GBC; HBG; HBLW; HBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 171 x 20. Weight in Grams: 668.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118884638
ISBN
9781118884638
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 32.81

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