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Hardcover. Teaching piety and the highest good have been goals from the beginning of the Academy. Princeton University and Theological Seminary had their start in these same ideas. This book explores the concepts of reason and faith at early Princeton by looking at how this institution was shaped by a pursuit of piety and the knowledge of God. Num Pages: 161 pages, 10 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: HP; HRCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 149 x 217 x 16. Weight in Grams: 340.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Palgrave Pivot
Condition
New
SKU
V9781137443281
ISBN
9781137443281
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 61.92

Paperback. 308 pages. Editor(s): Ashton, Owen R.; etc. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: 1DBK; HBJD1; HBLL; JPHF; JPWD. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 22. Weight: 458.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
The Merlin Press Ltd
Edition
annotated edition
Number of pages
308
Condition
New
SKU
V9780850364842
ISBN
9780850364842
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 19.26

Paperback. In this study, Owen Barfield draws on sources from mythology, philosophy, history, literature, theology and science to chronicle the evolution of human thought from Moses and Aristotle to Galileo and Keats. Num Pages: 191 pages. BIC Classification: HPCF; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 274.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1988
Publisher
Wesleyan University Press United States
Edition
2nd Edition. ed.
Number of pages
191
Condition
New
SKU
V9780819562050
ISBN
9780819562050
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.44

Paperback. Includes material on the Taliban insurgency, the Musharraf years, the return and subsequent assassination of Benazir Bhutto, and the unlikely election as president of Asif Ali Zardari. Num Pages: 368 pages, 32 black-&-white illustrations + 4 maps. BIC Classification: 1FKP; HBJF; HBLW3; HBLX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 130 x 30. Weight in Grams: 480.
Publisher
Yale University Press
Number of pages
368
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
3rd ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300154757
ISBN
9780300154757
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 15.06

Paperback. Many of the world's religions have not actively sought converts, largely because they have been too regional in character. Buddhism, Islam and Christianity, however, are the three chief exceptions to this. This book traces the expansion of Christianity from its origins in the Middle East to Rome, the rest of Europe and the colonial world. Num Pages: 528 pages. BIC Classification: HRCX7. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 130 x 22. Weight in Grams: 364.
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd Harmondsworth, Eng Baltimore
Number of pages
528
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Edition
6th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780140137637
ISBN
9780140137637
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.44

Paperback. The beginning of the sixteenth century brought growing pressure within the Western Church for Reformation. This title deals with the formative work of Erasmus, Luther, Zwingli and Calvin, and analyses the special circumstances of the English Reformation as well as the Jesuits and the Counter-Reformation. Num Pages: 464 pages, map. BIC Classification: HRC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 195 x 130 x 21. Weight in Grams: 300.
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Condition
New
SKU
V9780140137576
ISBN
9780140137576
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.79

Paperback. In 1820, the Nantucket whaleship Essex was sailing in the South Pacific when it was rammed by an angry sperm whale. The ship sank, leaving twenty crew members floating in three small boats for ninety days. This edition brings together the harrowing tales of the survivors. Editor(s): Philbrick, Nathaniel; Philbrick, Thomas. Num Pages: 256 pages, facsimiles. BIC Classification: 1QSP; FC; HBTM; RGR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 128 x 198 x 14. Weight in Grams: 208.
Publisher
Penguin Classics
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Edition
First American Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780140437966
ISBN
9780140437966
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 9.31

Paperback. An epic true story of survival at sea that inspired Moby Dick and is now the focus of new feature film Heart of the Sea. Num Pages: 112 pages. BIC Classification: 1QSP; 3JH; BGHA; HBJM; HBLL; HBTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 124 x 10. Weight in Grams: 132.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Hesperus Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843915607
ISBN
9781843915607
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 14.37

Paperback. Sikhism - an Introduction is an essential guide to the history, beliefs and customs of the Sikh faith. Series: Teach Yourself Religion. Num Pages: 272 pages, B/W maps and photographs. BIC Classification: HRKS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 130 x 19. Weight in Grams: 266.
Publisher
John Murray Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781444105100
ISBN
9781444105100
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.31

Paperback. This fully revised and up-to-date edition has taken into account the comments of many academics. All major aspects of the religion are covered: its history and development, the Sikh scriptures, worship, ceremonies and festivals, religious thought, daily life and ethics. Num Pages: 232 pages, b/w photos. BIC Classification: HRKS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 135 x 14. Weight in Grams: 316.
Publisher
Sussex Academic Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
232
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Edition
2 Sub
Condition
New
SKU
V9781898723134
ISBN
9781898723134
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 24.74

Paperback. The Bastille, symbol of injustice and monarchial tyranny, surrendering to the Parisian throng; the hungry women of Paris, demanding bread from their king. This title provides a reasoned analysis of the causes, course, and legacy of this distinct turning point in history. Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HBJD; HBLL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 213 x 137 x 13. Weight in Grams: 378.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Harlan Davidson
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
166
Condition
New
SKU
V9780882958989
ISBN
9780882958989
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.61

Paperback. The first ever history of magic books - or grimoires - from the ancient Middle East through to the modern day, from harmless charms and remedies to sinister pacts with the Devil. Num Pages: 384 pages, 27 black and white halftones, 17 black and white plates. BIC Classification: 1D; HBT; HRQX2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 136 x 31. Weight in Grams: 492.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
384
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199590049
ISBN
9780199590049
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 22.11

Paperback. Magic continues to be an enduring topic of fascination, managing to pervade the popular imagination. In this Very Short Introduction Owen Davies explores the definitions and practice of magic over the millennia; highlighting the controversy, conflict, and debate it has caused. Series: Very Short Introductions. Num Pages: 152 pages, 10 black and white halftones. BIC Classification: HRQX2; HRQX5. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 175 x 118 x 9. Weight in Grams: 122.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
152
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
Original
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199588022
ISBN
9780199588022
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 10.66

Paperback. From its origins to the present day, Owen Davies explores ideas about paganism that have existed over the last two millennia. He takes a chronological look at changing attitudes towards its beliefs, its practices, and its relationship with the Church. Series: Very Short Introductions. Num Pages: 160 pages, c.15 black and white halftones. BIC Classification: HRKP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 174 x 110 x 9. Weight in Grams: 128.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199235162
ISBN
9780199235162
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 10.73

Paperback. The first major history of witchcraft in America - from the Salem witch trials of 1692 to the present day. Num Pages: 304 pages, 16pp black and white plates. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3J; HBLL; HRQX2; HRQX5; HRQX9. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 136 x 216 x 25. Weight in Grams: 354.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198745389
ISBN
9780198745389
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.82

Hardcover. Num Pages: 299 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HBTB; VXQG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 646.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781403939241
ISBN
9781403939241
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 75.92

Paperback. This is a history of the University of Hertfordshire, relating the challenges and achievements of sixty years in further and higher education. At the same time, through its focus on a single institution, the book illustrates the importance of the post-1992 higher education sector in advancing the knowledge economy and cultural life of the country. Editor(s): Davies, Owen. Num Pages: 224 pages, 80 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKEST; HBJD1; HBTB; JNMN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 184 x 13. Weight in Grams: 608.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
University of Hertfordshire Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781907396830
ISBN
9781907396830
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.29

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
322
Condition
New
SKU
V9780230237100
ISBN
9780230237100
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.54

Paperback. Respected historian Owen Dudley Edwards has collected recollections and imaginings of the battle of Waterloo, seen through the eyes of extraordinary soldiers and great Scottish writers, poets and painters. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: HBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 137 x 209 x 18. Weight in Grams: 254.
Publisher
Luath Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
0th edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781910745168
ISBN
9781910745168
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.93

Paperback. The unvarnished, human story behind the infamous Burke and Hare murders. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKSC; 3JH; BTC; HBJD1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 131 x 34. Weight in Grams: 440.
Publisher
Birlinn General
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780272177
ISBN
9781780272177
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.00
€ 16.28

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