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hardcover. Collins seeks to familiarize the reader with pre-colonial Africa, the Africa that began with the migrations of the Bantu from their homeland in 500 B.C. and ended with European control in the 19th century, revealing the culture, events, achievement and rulers of Africa from this time. Series: Historical Dictionaries of Ancient Civilizations & Historical Eras. Num Pages: 680 pages, bibliography. BIC Classification: 1H; CBD; HBJH; HBLC; HBLL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 146 x 42. Weight in Grams: 930.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
680
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810839786
ISBN
9780810839786
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 258.32

Hardback. Series: Magill Bibliographies. Num Pages: 167 pages. BIC Classification: CBW; GBCR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 168 x 32. Weight in Grams: 531.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
167
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810827998
ISBN
9780810827998
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 126.40

Hardback. This is an attempt to answer Michel Foucault's question, "What is an author?" It examines the relationship between personal identity, and the public's perception of the 'author' via the reception of written texts. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: CBW; DSBF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 160 x 23. Weight in Grams: 585.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
Stanford University Press United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780804723008
ISBN
9780804723008
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 100.56

Hardback. Dunn describes the Renaissance rhetoric of authorship and authority by examining the locus where it appears in its most concentrated form--the preface. He shows how the notion of authorship changed in the shifts to the modern public sphere and from religion to science as legitimizing authorship. Num Pages: 216 pages. BIC Classification: CBW; DSBB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 224 x 146 x 23. Weight in Grams: 434.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
Stanford University Press United States
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
SKU
V9780804722841
ISBN
9780804722841
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 82.95

hardcover. Num Pages: 764 pages. BIC Classification: 1KLS; 2AB; 2ADS; 2JNN; CBDX; DSBB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 242 x 160 x 46. Weight in Grams: 1234.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1985
Publisher
Stanford University Press United States
Number of pages
764
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780804711838
ISBN
9780804711838
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 159.45

Paperback. D., President, Association of American Medical Colleges Editor(s): Jones, Anne Hudson; McLellan, Faith. Num Pages: 402 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: CBW; MBDC; MBGR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 588.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
402
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801863158
ISBN
9780801863158
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.98

Paperback. Mostly Homonyms is a new treatment of a traditional topic that is easy to read and use without sacrificing academic relevance. It is intended not only for anyone who wishes to ascertain the correct spelling and usage of a homonym, but also for people who just love words. Num Pages: 166 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; CF; JNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 154 x 10. Weight in Grams: 263.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
University Press of America United States
Number of pages
166
Condition
New
SKU
V9780761858331
ISBN
9780761858331
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 56.03

Paperback. In The Upside-Down Buddha: Parables & Fables: Third Series, Steven Carter continues to breathe new life into two of the world's oldest art forms. By turns hilarious, poignant, and profound, the entries in The Upside-Down Buddha are certain to instruct and entertain a diverse modern audience. Num Pages: 226 pages. BIC Classification: CBV; HREZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 259 x 180 x 12. Weight in Grams: 399.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
University Press of America United States
Number of pages
226
Condition
New
SKU
V9780761854050
ISBN
9780761854050
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 63.42

Paperback. Part textbook and part handbook, this book leads creative writers of all levels and all genres through the entire writing process. Each chapter offers an overview and several specific examples of its topic, followed by a set of clear exercises designed for writers of all varieties. Num Pages: 104 pages. BIC Classification: CBV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 154 x 6. Weight in Grams: 177.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
University Press of America United States
Number of pages
104
Condition
New
SKU
V9780761853367
ISBN
9780761853367
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.95

Paperback. Spanish-English Cognates / Los Cognados Espanoles-Ingleses offers students of Spanish and English special insight into the cognates of each language. Designed for high school and/or graduate students, the dictionary provides an in-depth examination of more than 7,650 true and false cognates. A comprehensive index is also provided. Num Pages: 356 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; 2ADS; CBDX. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 278 x 216 x 23. Weight in Grams: 967.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
University Press of America United States
Number of pages
356
Condition
New
SKU
V9780761831815
ISBN
9780761831815
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 104.25

Hardback. Based on the author's teaching methods and experience, Poetics of the Creative Process examines and analyzes the creative process of playwriting. It attempts to concretize the playwright's creative experience from the gestation of a dramatic idea to its expression as a theatrical performance. Num Pages: 172 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBV; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 175 x 19. Weight in Grams: 408.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
University Press of America United States
Number of pages
172
Condition
New
SKU
V9780761830047
ISBN
9780761830047
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 104.91

Paperback. This guide to expanding your vocabulary features word-choices in short excerpts (under 250 words each) from 40 different writers and speakers, including Albert Shanker, Vernon Jordan and Dr Benjamin Spock. A sounds-of-speech pronunciation system is also provided. Num Pages: 272 pages, 22cm. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; CJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 137 x 14. Weight in Grams: 295.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
University Press of America United States
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780761804628
ISBN
9780761804628
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 71.61

Hardback. This work shows why footnotes are valuable as a part of writing in scientific and historical research and how to create footnotes which are clear and helpful to the reader. It describes cases in which footnoting is appropriate and gives examples drawn from a variety of writings. Num Pages: 168 pages. BIC Classification: CBG; CBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 222 x 146 x 15. Weight in Grams: 340.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
University Press of America United States
Number of pages
168
Condition
New
SKU
V9780761803478
ISBN
9780761803478
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 105.79

Hardback. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: CBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 160 x 23. Weight in Grams: 458.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742555341
ISBN
9780742555341
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 74.76

Hardback. Suitable for high-school and college students, businesspeople, and armchair linguists, this Spanish and English dictionary contains more than 15,000 entries. Series: Vox Dictionary Series. Num Pages: 864 pages, maps. BIC Classification: 2AB; 2ADS; CBDX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 218 x 142 x 40. Weight in Grams: 848.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe United States
Edition
3 Rev ed
Number of pages
864
Condition
New
SKU
V9780071499521
ISBN
9780071499521
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 25.61

Paperback. The bestselling title in the topselling range of bilingual Spanish-English dictionaries in North America gets a complete make-over. Series: Vox Dictionary Series. Num Pages: 864 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; 2ADS; CBDX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 209 x 139 x 43. Weight in Grams: 790.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe United States
Edition
3 Rev ed
Number of pages
864
Condition
New
SKU
V9780071499507
ISBN
9780071499507
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 22.07

Paperback. In the tradition of Anne Lamott's "Bird by Bird," beloved author Rosenblatt issues a moving call-to-arms on the value and necessity of writing that's full of practical insights and advice on the craft. Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: CBV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 162 x 203 x 12. Weight in Grams: 134.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9780061965616
ISBN
9780061965616
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 17.23

paperback. Scholars usually date Yiddish from the 11th century, when modern linguists believed the language began as a German dialect spoken by newly arrived Jewish immigrants from France and Northern Italy living along the Rhine. Over time, it became an actual language incorporating elements of Hebrew, Aramaic, and the Slavic and Romance languages. Num Pages: 336 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2ACY; CBX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 135 x 19. Weight in Grams: 257.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780060837129
ISBN
9780060837129
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 17.97

Paperback / so. Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: CBWJ; JFS; KNT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 204 x 136 x 23. Weight in Grams: 322.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Rayo United States
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780060559298
ISBN
9780060559298
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.54

Paperback. Num Pages: 375 pages, biography. BIC Classification: CB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 587.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Humana Press Inc. United States
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1993
Number of pages
375
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461266969
ISBN
9781461266969
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.88

Paperback. The Mother of All Booklists: The 500 Most Recommended Nonfiction Reads for Ages 3 to 103 is written for parents, grandparents, and teachers unfamiliar with the bewildering array of award and recommended reading lists. This book offers, not the opinion of one book critic, but the aggregate opinion of an army of critics. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: CB; DSB; GL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 225 x 150 x 27. Weight in Grams: 549.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442271869
ISBN
9781442271869
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.13

Paperback. Num Pages: 234 pages. BIC Classification: CB; DSB; GL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 225 x 149 x 17. Weight in Grams: 358.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
234
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442229402
ISBN
9781442229402
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 15.87

paperback. Un diccionario bilingue Ingles-Espanol/Espanol-Ingles, disenado especificamente para estudiantes. Num Pages: 720 pages. BIC Classification: CBD. Dimension: 197 x 130. Weight in Grams: 671.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
HarperCollins Espanol US
Edition
Bilingual
Number of pages
720
Condition
New
SKU
V9780718079703
ISBN
9780718079703
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 20.64

Hardcover. The signs in this volume reflect the varieties adopted in Hong Kong; each is given a near equivalent in Chinese and English and a brief description about its linguistic properties. It also lays the foundation of sign linguistics research, the development of sign interpreter training, the production of sign language teaching and learning materials. Editor(s): Tang, Gladys. Num Pages: 908 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPCH; 2AB; 2GDC; CBD; CFZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 291 x 218 x 56. Weight in Grams: 2312.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
The Chinese University Press
Edition
1 Mul
Condition
New
SKU
V9789629961954
ISBN
9789629961954
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 104.56

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