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paperback. Best known for his provocative take on cultural issues in The Intellectuals and the Masses and What Good Are the Arts?, the author describes the events that formed him - an escape from the London blitz to an idyllic rural village, army service in Egypt, an open scholarship to Oxford and an academic career that saw him elected. Num Pages: 384 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 2AB; 3JJP; 3JM; BGLA; DSB; JNMN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 221 x 138 x 32. Weight in Grams: 522. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Canongate Books
Condition
Used, Very Good
Edition
Main
Number of pages
384
SKU
KRA0006680
ISBN
9780571310920
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 17.95

Paperback. Born into poverty in Ballinasloe in 1846, O'Connor Power spent much of his childhood in the workhouse. From here he rose rapidly through the ranks of the Fenian Movement to become a leading member of the Supreme Council of the Irish Republican Brotherhood. This book tells his story. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: 1DBR; 3JH; BGH; HBJD1; HBLL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 160 x 20. Weight in Grams: 480.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd Dublin
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845886981
ISBN
9781845886981
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 15.80

Paperback. Celebrates the defining influence of British Kings and Queens on the cultural, social and architectural landscape of London over the last two millennia, featuring grand, world-famous sites of royal importance, such as Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London, alongside lesser-known areas or monuments. Num Pages: 160 pages, 200 colour photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 170 x 210 x 12. Weight in Grams: 412.
Publisher
IMM Lifestyle Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847739643
ISBN
9781847739643
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 19.65

Paperback. A guide to Britain and Ireland's most fascinating, beautiful and inspiring houses, gardens, cafes, railway stations and more. It features more than 100 locations associated with the world's leading authors, and includes a short essay putting the location or city in its literary and historical context; and useful contact details and travel link. Num Pages: 192 pages, c.100 colour photographs, c 7 maps. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 1DBR; DSRC; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 169 x 14. Weight in Grams: 482.
Publisher
IMM Lifestyle Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780090627
ISBN
9781780090627
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 18.25

Hardcover. Jane Tynan offers new perspectives on the cultural history of the First World War by examining the clothing worn by British combatants on the western front. Khaki emerges as a significant part of war experience, which embodied gender, social class and ethnicity, impacted the tailoring trade and became a touchstone for pacifist resistance. Num Pages: 224 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJF; AKTH; HBTB; HBWN; JWTU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 162 x 18. Weight in Grams: 406.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
SKU
V9780230301573
ISBN
9780230301573
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 66.68

Paperback. Cases of child abuse and neglect reported in the media have led to a crisis of confidence in the current child protective services (CPS) systems in the USA, and to frequent calls for reform. Jane Waldfogel agrees that the public has a right to be concerned. Num Pages: 296 pages, 43 tables. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 1KBB; JFFE1; JKSB1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 426.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Number of pages
296
Condition
New
Edition
Revised ed.
SKU
V9780674007239
ISBN
9780674007239
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.99
€ 38.32

Paperback. Provides for a new interpretation of the agrarian economy in late Tudor and early modern Britain. Editor(s): Whittle, Jane. Series: People, Markets, Goods: Economies and Societies in History. Num Pages: 256 pages, 11, 11 black & white line drawings, 11 line drawing. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3H; 3JB; 3JD; KCT; KCZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 16. Weight in Grams: 390.
Publisher
Boydell & Brewer Ltd
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843838500
ISBN
9781843838500
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 29.03

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Pluto Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745327983
ISBN
9780745327983
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 31.81

Paperback. Growing up on a farm in the north of Scotland could be both rewarding and challenging. In this book, the author recounts her childhood before her nursing adventures started. She recounts how Jane learns about her place in the scheme of things, the hard way. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKSH; BM; TV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 128 x 23. Weight in Grams: 260.
Publisher
Black and White Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845029548
ISBN
9781845029548
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 10.03

Paperback. As the Swinging Sixties come to a close, the author leaves behind her adventures as a student midwife and fulfills her dream of becoming a district nurse in the Highlands. With a brand new job to do, she faces up to fresh challenges with her usual positive outlook. In this book, she offers insight into the world of the district nurse. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKSH; 3JJPK; BM; MQCX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 131 x 16. Weight in Grams: 218.
Publisher
Black and White Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
KTG0002309
ISBN
9781845027384
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 4.99

Hardcover. Illustrated guide, offering a comprehensive look at the latest in the historic and contemporary architecture of London, including historic buildings, streetscapes, art and sculpture, gardens and public landscapes, cultural spaces and designer outlets. Num Pages: 224 pages, 200 colour. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 286 x 226. .
Publisher
Images Publishing Dist Ac
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781864706093
ISBN
9781864706093
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 20.56

Paperback. The emergence of high levels of unsustainable home ownership has many consequences for social and public policy. Using a wide range of methodological strategies, including in-depth qualitative interviews, this book paints a rich empirical picture of the causes, socio-economic distribution and social consequences of mortgage arrears and possessions. Num Pages: 212 pages, 4figs.28tabs. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JHBA; JPA; KCA; KFFL; KFFR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 149 x 13. Weight in Grams: 288.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Policy Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
212
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861342614
ISBN
9781861342614
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 39.09

Paperback. Contains stories from around Kent, including the hunchbacked monk at Boughton Malherbe, the black dog of Leeds and the tale of Lady Blanche of Rochester Castle. This title is suitable for those who want to know why Kent is known as the most haunted county in England. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations, 1 map. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; VXQG; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 166 x 6. Weight in Grams: 304.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752436050
ISBN
9780752436050
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.02

Paperback. An array of carefully selected case report and academic article extracts combined with author commentary to provide a thorough and engaging assessment of criminal law provisions. Num Pages: 750 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; LNF. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 238 x 169 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1166.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
750
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
6th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199541980
ISBN
9780199541980
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 70.67

Paperback. The First World War claimed over 995,000 British lives, and its legacy continues to be remembered today. This title offers an intimate portrayal of the county and its people living in the shadow of the Great War for five years. Num Pages: 144 pages, 80 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMP; 3JJF; HBWN; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 157 x 8. Weight in Grams: 324.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750958448
ISBN
9780750958448
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.57

Paperback. These folk tales from one of Britain's most ancient countries are vividly retold by local storyteller Janet Dowling. Their origins lost in the oral tradition, these 30 stories from Surrey reflect the wisdom and eccentricities of the county and its people. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESR; JFHF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 123 x 15. Weight in Grams: 210.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752466354
ISBN
9780752466354
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 13.47

Hardback. Peering through the windows of private homes and Assembly Rooms alike, this book shines a new light on the middle classes during the long eighteenth century. Num Pages: 240 pages, 8 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JF; HBJD1; HBLL; HBTB; JHBS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 219 x 242 x 29. Weight in Grams: 572.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Boydell & Brewer Ltd
Condition
New
SKU
V9781783270477
ISBN
9781783270477
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 98.73

Paperback. In The Indebted Society Janet Ford gives an overview both of contemporary debt and credit and discusses the borrower's experience of debt, as well as its management. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; KF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 350.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1988
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415007573
ISBN
9780415007573
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 196.67

Hardcover. This 20th edition of 'the East Coast yachtsman's bible' marks the book's 60th anniversary. It covers the rivers, creeks, shoals and swatchways of the Thames Estuary, extending from Lowestoft to Ramsgate. Comprehensive pilotage directions are complemented by port information and local knowledge. Illustrated throughout with updated charts and photos. Num Pages: 208 pages, Over 200 colour photos and 45 charts. BIC Classification: 1DBKEA; TRLN; WSSN3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 218 x 306 x 20. Weight in Grams: 1100.
Publisher
Fernhurst Books
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
20th Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781909911512
ISBN
9781909911512
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 36.59

Paperback. Explores the history of this lifestyle, looking at how Gypsies have maintained their distinctive culture and how they have adapted to the twenty-first century, and focusses on a range of traditional Gypsy occupations including harvesting, horse-dealing, fortune-telling and rat-catching. Series: Shire Library. Num Pages: 56 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; HBJD1; HBTB; JFSL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 149 x 5. Weight in Grams: 134.
Publisher
Shire Publications Ltd
Number of pages
56
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
9780747812364
ISBN
9780747812364
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 8.84

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