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Paperback. Features the stories ranging from Beowulf to King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, via Chaucer and Shakespeare, to the Bronte sisters, 'Alice through the Looking Glass' and 'Lord of the Rings'. This work takes the reader from medieval mystery plays to music hall and pantomime; painting; and music, with Purcell and Vaughan Williams. Num Pages: 544 pages, 16. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 2AB; DSB; HBTB; JFC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 154 x 36. Weight in Grams: 736.
Publisher
Vintage United Kingdom
Number of pages
544
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780099438076
ISBN
9780099438076
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 28.74

Hardcover. These essays show how unpredictable attitudes to classical art turn out to be in Britain during the period 1550-1650. They aim to show how British artists, patrons and builders made informed choices from the classical vocabulary while working within systems distinct from those of classicism. Editor(s): Gent, Lucy. Series: The Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art. Num Pages: 478 pages, 200 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JB; 3JD; ACN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1650.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Paul Mellon Centre BA
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300063813
ISBN
9780300063813
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 59.42
€ 46.32

Paperback. Eighty per cent of Americans have no British ancestors. According to David Hackett Fischer, however, their day-to-day lives are profoundly influenced by folkways transplanted from Britain to the New World with the first settlers. This text examines the transfer of values from Old World to New. Series: America: a Cultural History. Num Pages: 972 pages, 80 line drawings. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1KBB; 3JD; 3JF; HBJK; HBLH; HBTB; JFC; JFFN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 47. Weight in Grams: 1360.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc United States
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
972
Condition
New
SKU
V9780195069051
ISBN
9780195069051
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 41.58

Paperback. Shows the reader the changes facades and trades in Alcester from the early decades of the twentieth century to recent years. This book includes the Globe Inn, The Old Rookery workhouse, The Bakers Arms and The Corn Exchange, which later became the Regent Cinema. Series: Archive Photographs: Images of England. Num Pages: 128 pages, photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMW; HBJD1; WQH; WQP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 172 x 10. Weight in Grams: 230.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752411705
ISBN
9780752411705
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.54

Paperback. An authoritative and ground-breaking biography of the 8th Century theologian and statesman Alcuin of York, revealing his importance for the period. Num Pages: 226 pages, 12 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3F; BGX; HRCC2. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 233 x 158 x 14. Weight in Grams: 348.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
James Clarke & Co Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
226
Condition
New
SKU
V9780227173466
ISBN
9780227173466
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.44

Paperback. Alderley Park Discovered is written by former AstraZeneca chemist George Hill, whose carefully researched text is presented in a wonderfully lively and readable style. The 400-acre site is a unique and beautiful natural environment with a rich, varied history, and is home to a diverse range of wildlife. Num Pages: 448 pages, Over 500. BIC Classification: 1DBKENC; HBJD1; KNDP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 276 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1650.
Publisher
Palatine Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781910837047
ISBN
9781910837047
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 28.88

Paperback. Num Pages: 96 pages, 16 black & white plates. BIC Classification: 1DBKX; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 140 x 216 x 11. Weight in Grams: 156.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750964920
ISBN
9780750964920
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 14.50

Sheet map, folded. .
Publisher
Ordnance Survey
Publication date
2016
Edition
February 2016 ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780319475096
ISBN
9780319475096
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 17.61

Sheet map, folded. .
Publisher
Ordnance Survey
Publication date
2016
Edition
February 2016 ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780319262849
ISBN
9780319262849
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.24

Paperback. A guided tour of Aldershot, showing how the areas people know and love have changed over the past century and more. Series: History Tour. Num Pages: 96 pages, 50. BIC Classification: 1DBKESH; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 169 x 125 x 12. Weight in Grams: 164.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445664255
ISBN
9781445664255
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.31

Hardcover. A history of Aldershot Num Pages: 144 pages, 150ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKESH; 1DBKESR; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 250 x 15. Weight in Grams: 558.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
144
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Edition
1St Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781860771446
ISBN
9781860771446
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.50

Hardcover. Although just a quarter of a mile long, the Underground between Holborn and Aldwychwas a hopeless enterprise from the early 20th century beginnings and never covered its costs. This title presents the story of this disused branch of the underground. Num Pages: 112 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 258 x 225 x 15. Weight in Grams: 726. 112 pages. Although just a quarter of a mile long, the Underground between Holborn and Aldwychwas a hopeless enterprise from the early 20th century beginnings and never covered its costs. This title presents the story of this disused branch of the underground. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WGF. Dimension: 258 x 225 x 15. Weight: 720.
Publisher
Capital Transport Publishing
Number of pages
112
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781854143211
ISBN
9781854143211
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.69

Hardback. Representing a history of drinking 'from below', this book explores the role of the alehouse in seventeenth-century English society. Series: Studies in Early Modern Cultural, Political and Social History. Num Pages: 266 pages, 5 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JB; 3JD; HBJD1; HBLH; HBTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 171 x 22. Weight in Grams: 632.
Publisher
Boydell & Brewer Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843839422
ISBN
9781843839422
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 97.32

Paperback. Representing a history of drinking "from below", this book explores the role of the alehouse in seventeenth-century English society. Num Pages: 272 pages, 5 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3JB; 3JD; HBJD1; HBLH; HBTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 158 x 234 x 18. Weight in Grams: 420.
Publisher
Boydell & Brewer Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781783271542
ISBN
9781783271542
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 32.90

Paperback. This book explores the king's successes and failures, offering a fresh assessment of his contribution to the making of Scotland as a nation. Num Pages: 304 pages, 8pp b/w plates. BIC Classification: 1DBKS; 3H; HBJD1; HBLC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 159 x 23. Weight in Grams: 496. King of Scots 1214-1249. 304 pages, 8pp b/w plates. This book explores the king's successes and failures, offering a fresh assessment of his contribution to the making of Scotland as a nation. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBKS; 3H; HBJD1; HBLC. Dimension: 233 x 159 x 23. Weight: 490.
Publisher
Birlinn Ltd
Number of pages
304
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781904607922
ISBN
9781904607922
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 30.73

Hardcover. Num Pages: 352 pages, 380 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJ; 3JMC; AKT; JFCK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 255 x 344 x 35. Weight in Grams: 2802.
Publisher
Thames & Hudson Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780500519042
ISBN
9780500519042
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 71.30
€ 66.63

Paperback. Chronicles the hidden history of Alexandra Palace and details the episode in the palace's history when it became home to thousands of German civilian internees during and after the First World War. This book uses images from the Bruce Castle Museum's picture archives and personal recollections from those who were interned here and their families. Series: Images of England. Num Pages: 288 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 167 x 11. Weight in Grams: 306.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9780752436364
ISBN
9780752436364
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.60

Paperback. Translator(s): Keynes, Simon. Num Pages: 368 pages, illustrations, maps, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3F; BGH; HBJD1; HBLC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 129 x 23. Weight in Grams: 272.
Publisher
Penguin Classics
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1983
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780140444094
ISBN
9780140444094
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.37

Paperback. Series: Phoenix Books. Num Pages: 240 pages, 1geneal.table, maps. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; HBJD1; HBLC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 206 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 260.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1958
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226167794
ISBN
9780226167794
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 31.41

Paperback. In an era darkened by the terror of the Viking invasions, England's first and greatest king was a beacon of light. Num Pages: 384 pages, 16 pp b/w plus map. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3F; BGR; HBJD1; HBLC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 130 x 25. Weight in Grams: 274.
Publisher
John Murray
Number of pages
368
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
Illustrated
Condition
New
SKU
V9780719566660
ISBN
9780719566660
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.39

Paperback. Series: Irish narratives. Num Pages: 102 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBR; HBJD1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 198 x 128 x 0. Weight in Grams: 111.
Publisher
Cork University Press
Number of pages
102
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Condition
New
SKU
V9781859182024
ISBN
9781859182024
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.64

Paperback. Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh and of Saxe-Coburg Gotha, Admiral of the Fleet, was the second son of Queen Victoria. At 18 he was elected King of Greece, but not allowed to accept the crown. While touring Australia in 1868 he narrowly escaped assassination. His last years were clouded by alcoholism, ill-health, and the suicide of his only son and heir. Num Pages: 192 pages, 70 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JH; BGH; HBJD1; HBLL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 492.
Publisher
Fonthill Media Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781781553190
ISBN
9781781553190
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.39

Paperback. Collection of source material and crucial interpretations, offering a comprehensive guide to Anglo-Saxon warfare. Series: Warfare in History. Num Pages: 400 pages, 40, 13 black and white, 27 line drawing. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3F; HBJD1; HBLC; HBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 156 x 24. Weight in Grams: 702. Series: Warfare in History. 400 pages, 40, 13 black and white, 27 line drawing. Collection of source material and crucial interpretations, offering a comprehensive guide to Anglo-Saxon warfare. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3F; HBJD1; HBLC; HBW. Dimension: 231 x 156 x 24. Weight: 662.
Publisher
Boydell & Brewer Ltd
Number of pages
400
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843837398
ISBN
9781843837398
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 29.77

Hardback.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Boydell & Brewer Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
402
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843835691
ISBN
9781843835691
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 132.63

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