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hardcover. Updated, expanded and richly detailed this new, text version of The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Opera examines the history and development of opera, from its roots in the theatrical choral dances of Ancient Greece, through the sublime compositions of Handel and Mozart and on to the groundbreaking works of Verdi, Wagner and beyond. Series: Definitive Encyclopedias. Num Pages: 384 pages, 400 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: AVGC9; GBA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 153 x 36. .
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
Flame Tree Music
Edition
New
Condition
New
SKU
9781783619900
ISBN
9781783619900
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 19.04

Paperback.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750939256
ISBN
9780750939256
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.45

Paperback. Num Pages: 90 pages, b/w illus. BIC Classification: GBC; MBNH; WSZV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 214 x 142 x 8. Weight in Grams: 116.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
American Traveler Press United States
Edition
Revised
Number of pages
90
Condition
New
SKU
V9780935810653
ISBN
9780935810653
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.05

Paperback. Suitable for everyone concerned with design in career or education, who is interested in it, enjoys it, and wishes to understand it, this book provides a stimulating and categorial foundation for a serious international discourse on design. It covers and defines some 270 terms. Editor(s): Erlhoff, Michael; Marshall, Timothy. Translator(s): Lindberg, Steven; Bruce, Laura. Series: Board of International Research in Design. Num Pages: 472 pages. BIC Classification: AK; GBC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 168 x 38. Weight in Grams: 920.
Publisher
Birkhäuser Architecture
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9783764377397
ISBN
9783764377397
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.99
€ 46.97

Hardback. Num Pages: 736 pages, 22 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: GBCR; JHBC; JKS; KCA; KCZ; MBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 159. Weight in Grams: 454.
Publisher
Columbia University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231178129
ISBN
9780231178129
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 94.73
€ 72.77

Paperback. Good copy with some shelf wear
Condition
Used, Good
Publisher
Geddes & Grosset (New Lanark)
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
SKU
KHN0001046
ISBN
9781842051542
Paperback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: DSR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 194 x 170 x 15. Weight in Grams: 206. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
Geddes & Grosset (New Lanark)
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
SKU
KAK0010916
ISBN
9781842051542
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. Num Pages: 56 pages, tables. BIC Classification: GBC; JF; JP; KCS; P. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 214 x 139 x 5. Weight in Grams: 108.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
56
Condition
New
SKU
V9781590337509
ISBN
9781590337509
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 26.09

Paperback. A practical handbook that combines a critical analysis of contemporary devised theatre practice with descriptions of selected companies, and suggestions for any group devising theatre from scratch. Num Pages: 272 pages, 18 b&w photographs, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: AN; GBC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 217 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 346.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415049009
ISBN
9780415049009
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.56

Paperback. As a result of the expansion in the area of pharmaceutical medicine there is an ever-increasing need for educational resources. The Dictionary of Clinical Trials, Second Edition comprehensively explains the 3000 words and short phrases commonly used when designing, running, analysing and reporting clinical trials. Num Pages: 262 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: GBC; MBGR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 196 x 129 x 15. Weight in Grams: 282.
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Number of pages
262
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
2nd
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470058176
ISBN
9780470058176
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 58.98

Paperback. Over 200 new terms have been added to this second edition, bringing the total to over 1,300 definitions. Num Pages: 168 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: GBC; KFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 203 x 136 x 10. Weight in Grams: 227. Already Used But Good Readable Copy.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1985
Publisher
MIT Press Ltd
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KDK0012681
ISBN
9780262550116
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Paperback. An accurate and comprehensive dictionary of terms used in the agricultural and environmental sciences. It includes many biological, chemical and health terms that are important to a full understanding of the subject fields. Num Pages: 553 pages, 270 illustrations. BIC Classification: GBC; RN; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 178 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1020.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Iowa State University Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
553
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813802831
ISBN
9780813802831
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 154.24

Paperback. * The first compact Dictionary of American History for over 50 years*3000 concise entries on political, economic, cultural and legal events and people* Full coverage of Americaa s ethnic and religious diversity. . Editor(s): Purvis, Thomas. Num Pages: 464 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1KBB; GBC; HBJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 153 x 25. Weight in Grams: 676.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
464
Condition
New
SKU
V9781577180999
ISBN
9781577180999
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.46

paperback. In the midst of the remarkable revival of interest and belief in angels comes this handsomely illustrated reference work--the fruit of 16 years of research in Talmudic, gnostic, cabalistic, apocalyptic, patristic, and legendary texts. "A wacky and wonderful compendium of angelic lore".--Time. Illustrations. Num Pages: 387 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: GBC; HRC; HRKT; JFHF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 190 x 27. Weight in Grams: 744.
Publisher
Free Press
Number of pages
387
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Edition
New ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780029070529
ISBN
9780029070529
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 15.31

Paperback. * A complete guide to the field now available in a paperback edition. * Provides snapshots of a subject which is constantly changing, presenting archaeology as a process rather than a body of knowledge. * Covers recent archaeological theory and relates theory to recent practice. Editor(s): Shaw, Ian; Jameson, Robert. Num Pages: 736 pages, 0. BIC Classification: CBD; GBC; HD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 253 x 179 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1134.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
New Ed
Number of pages
736
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631235835
ISBN
9780631235835
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.13

Hardcover. In response to the expansion of knowledge in biochemistry and molecular biology, the Second Edition of this reference has been completely revised and updated, with approximately 16,000 new entries. Names of specific compounds and other substances have been substantially enlarged, and definitions have been expanded for clarity and precision. Num Pages: 536 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: GBC; PSB; PSD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 188 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1138.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1989
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
536
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471840893
ISBN
9780471840893
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 585.32

Paperback. A comprehensive reference book for anyone interested in Britiush politics, covering modern history, institutions, ideas, key terms and key political biographies. Series Editor(s): Jones, Bill. Series: Politics Today. Num Pages: 512 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; GBC; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 233 x 158 x 27. Weight in Grams: 774.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Manchester University Press
Condition
New
SKU
9780719079405
ISBN
9780719079405
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 6.75

hardcover. No serious student of Canada's past can function without access to this thorough, balanced and reliable source." R. Hall, Globe and Mail. Editor(s): Halpenny, Francess G.; Hamelin, Jean. Series: Dictionary of Canadian Biography. Num Pages: 755 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; 3H; 3JB; 3JD; GBCB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 261 x 190 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1559.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1966
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Canada
Edition
Presumed First Edition
Number of pages
755
Condition
New
SKU
V9780802031426
ISBN
9780802031426
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 118.74

Paperback. A superbly authoritative A-Z guide to all the gods, heroes, remarkable women and monsters of Greek and Roman mythology, with 172 original illustrations. Num Pages: 432 pages, illustrations (black and white), maps (black and white). BIC Classification: 1QDAG; 1QDAR; GBC; HRKP; JFHF. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 192 x 246 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1466.
Publisher
Oxbow Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781782976356
ISBN
9781782976356
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 37.67

Paperback. This dictionary provides clear and concise explanations of terms used in the field of speech, therapy pathology and relevant terms in related fields including augmentative, alternative communication, hearing, linguistic, medicine, phonetics/phonology and psychology/psychiatry. Num Pages: 300 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: CBD; GBC; MMZL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 158 x 17. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
4th Edition
Number of pages
300
Condition
New
SKU
V9781861562852
ISBN
9781861562852
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 79.04

Hardcover. This volume contains almost 18,000 entries, including 6000 new entries more than the previous edition. It aims to reflect latest developments in communications technology, with a list of Internet RFCs, Internet and Intranet terminology, ATM, LAN and communication products. Num Pages: 708 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: GBC; UDB; UY. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 196 x 46. Weight in Grams: 1598.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
3rd Edition
Number of pages
708
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471975168
ISBN
9780471975168
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 338.51

Paperback. This volume contains almost 18,000 entries, including 6000 new entries more than the previous edition. It aims to reflectthe latest developments in communications technology, with a list of Internet RFCs, Internet and Intranet terminology, ATM, LAN and communication products. Num Pages: 708 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: GBC; UDB; UY. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 167 x 42. Weight in Grams: 1384.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Wiley
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471975175
ISBN
9780471975175
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 145.34

Hardback. This reference dictionary describes the development of physical or biological anthropology concepts, tracing the history of their usage from their origins to the contemporary and usually multidisciplinary contexts in which physical anthropologists participate. Series: Reference Sources for the Social Sciences & Humanities. Num Pages: 448 pages, index. BIC Classification: GBC; JHMP; PSX. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 158 x 30. Weight in Grams: 794.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
Number of pages
448
Condition
New
SKU
V9780313247569
ISBN
9780313247569
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 94.13

Hardback. A reference to the military history of contemporary China, through an examination of China's 19th-century military clashes with the West and Japan, and the evolution of the Red Army. It draws on sources written in Chinese as well as on English-language secondary sources. Editor(s): Higham, Robin. Num Pages: 376 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1FPC; GBC; HB; JW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 34. Weight in Grams: 725.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc United States
Number of pages
376
Condition
New
SKU
V9780313293375
ISBN
9780313293375
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 75.78
€ 28.43

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