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Hardcover. Featuring over 2,000 proverbs and sayings, both quirky and wise, on 250 different themes, the Little Oxford Dictionary of Proverbs draws on the latest Oxford Dictionaries research and ensures you can find a pithy saying for any occasion. Editor(s): Knowles, Elizabeth. Num Pages: 512 pages. BIC Classification: CB; GBCQ; WZG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 114 x 158 x 36. Weight in Grams: 378.
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198778370
ISBN
9780198778370
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 13.31

Paperback. This dictionary is written by one of the leading philosophers of our time, and it is recognized as the best dictionary of its kind. Comprehensive and authoritative, it includes over 3,300 alphabetical entries, it is the ideal introduction to philosophy for anyone with an interest in the subject, as well as students and teachers. Series: Oxford Quick Reference. Num Pages: 540 pages. BIC Classification: GBC; HP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 129. .
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
540
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198735304
ISBN
9780198735304
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 14.96

Paperback. When an essay is due and dreaded exams loom, this book offers students what they need to succeed. It provides chapter-by-chapter analysis, explanations of key themes, motifs and symbols, a review quiz, and essay topics. It is suitable for late-night studying and paper writing. Editor(s): SparkNotes. Series: SparkNotes Literature Guide. Num Pages: 96 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSRC. Category: (Y) Teenage / Young Adult. Dimension: 211 x 137 x 7. Weight in Grams: 116.
Publisher
SparkNotes
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
Stg Rep
Condition
New
SKU
V9781411469709
ISBN
9781411469709
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 8.99
€ 8.26

Paperback. What is a Mark of the Beast waistcoat? Why did John Milton hate bishops? How does a Monsignor tear his postage stamps? And what does a congregation do when the Vicar announces that he is God? This book deals with these questions. Editor(s): Wilson, A. N. Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: DQ; GBC; HBTB; HRC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 218 x 136 x 32. Weight in Grams: 480.
Publisher
Faber & Faber United Kingdom
Number of pages
400
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Edition
Main
Condition
New
SKU
V9780571169757
ISBN
9780571169757
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.61

Hardback. Love, sex, death, boredom, ecstasy, existential angst, political upheaval - the history of literature offers a rich and varied exploration of the human condition across the centuries. This title focuses on the curious artefacts that literature has to offer. It lets you find out why 16 June 1904 mattered so much to Joyce. Num Pages: 496 pages, ill. BIC Classification: DSRC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 243 x 166 x 46. Weight in Grams: 844.
Publisher
Icon Books
Number of pages
496
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781848311640
ISBN
9781848311640
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 17.66

Paperback. The Believer is a monthly magazine where length is no object. There are book reviews that are not necessarily timely, and that are very often long. There are also interviews that are very long. Focusing on writers and books they like, The Believer gives people and books the benefit of the doubt. The working title of this magazine was The Optimist. Editor(s): Julavits, Heidi; Leland, Andrew; Vida, Vendela. Num Pages: 80 pages. BIC Classification: AB; GBCS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 216 x 7. Weight in Grams: 253.
Publisher
McSweeney´s Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781938073663
ISBN
9781938073663
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 7.41

Hardcover. This new edition of The Oxford Companion to Music is a comprehensive and authoritative reference work, which, like its famous predecessors, will be invaluable to both professional and amateur musicians, and general music lovers. A distinguished and international team of contributors covers a broad sweep of musical subjects, ranging from composers and performers to instruments and genres. Editor(s): Latham, Alison. Series: Oxford Companions. Num Pages: 1448 pages, numerous music examples. BIC Classification: AVA; AVGC; AVH; AVR; GBC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 201 x 71. Weight in Grams: 2090.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
1448
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198662129
ISBN
9780198662129
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 52.91
€ 44.41

Paperback. Pistols first appeared in the 15th century, and revolvers some 400 years later, while submachine guns were developed at the beginning of the 20th century. This book provides a clear and concise breakdown of 500 handguns and submachine guns from all over the world, including early designs and those being deployed today. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.). BIC Classification: GBC; WSXS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 295 x 230 x 12. Weight in Grams: 820. 160 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.). Pistols first appeared in the 15th century, and revolvers some 400 years later, while submachine guns were developed at the beginning of the 20th century. This book provides a clear and concise breakdown of 500 handguns and submachine guns from all over the world, including early designs and those being deployed today. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: GBC; WSXS. Dimension: 295 x 230 x 12. Weight: 836.
Publisher
Anness
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
Ill
Condition
New
SKU
V9781844767021
ISBN
9781844767021
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.28

Hardcover. Few learn Latin in school and young lawyers with minimal knowledge of the language experience difficulty as they continue to meet it, particularly in old reported cases, academic articles and statutes. This book is aimed at those disadvantaged by the deteriorating standing of Latin in our education system and by its use as legal terminology. Num Pages: 144 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 2ADL; CF; GBC; LAB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 194 x 134 x 42. Weight in Grams: 250.
Publisher
Robert Hale Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
144
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Edition
2 Rev ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780709082774
ISBN
9780709082774
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 16.19

Paperback. The most comprehensive and up-to-date review of vitamins, minerals, herbal remedies and other nutritional supplements Num Pages: 608 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: GBC; VFMD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 131 x 46. Weight in Grams: 442.
Publisher
Right Way
Number of pages
608
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9780716022169
ISBN
9780716022169
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.31

Paperback. Series: Home-Based Business Series. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: GBC; KJC; KJH; KJVS; VSC; WNG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 188 x 15. Weight in Grams: 26.
Publisher
Globe Pequot Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
First
Condition
New
SKU
V9780762780044
ISBN
9780762780044
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 17.33

Hardcover. Written at the beginning of the twentieth century, it sets out to inform girls - with short stories, career advice, Cosy Corner Chats, and more. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: GBCY; YDA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (Y) Teenage / Young Adult. Dimension: 207 x 226 x 23. Weight in Grams: 368.
Edition
First Edition
Publisher
Short Books
Number of pages
224
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9781906021177
ISBN
9781906021177
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.86

Hardback. "I must die as I lived, beyond my means." Arguably the most quoted man in history, and certainly in his day, this enormous miniature collection is filled with Oscar Wildes' most notorious and witty sayings. Organized into five sections, this book is suitable for Wilde lovers and novices alike. Editor(s): Running Press. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: DN; GBCQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 108 x 98 x 10. Weight in Grams: 98.
Publisher
Running Press United States
Number of pages
208
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Edition
Min
Condition
New
SKU
V9780762449828
ISBN
9780762449828
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 8.99
€ 8.62

Paperback. All over the world, creatives are turning their hobby into their livelihoods--and Crafter's Market offers the competitive edge you need to make your craft your career. Num Pages: 384 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 3JMG; GBCY; KJVS; WF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 180 x 232 x 31. Weight in Grams: 496.
Publisher
F&W Publications Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781440246838
ISBN
9781440246838
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 24.22

Paperback. Based on the data contained in the four-volume "Bergey's Manual of Systematic Bacteriology", this title also includes genera and species, combinations, and taxa published through the January 1992 issue of the IJSB. It offers short general descriptions that encompass various organisms by Groups. Num Pages: 816 pages, 143 illustrations. BIC Classification: GBC; MMFM; PSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 273 x 214 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1720.
Publisher
Lippincott Williams and Wilkins United States
Number of pages
816
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Edition
Ninth
Condition
New
SKU
V9780683006032
ISBN
9780683006032
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 195.42

Hardcover. Series: The George Fisher Baker Non-Resident Lectureship in Chemistry at Cornell University. Num Pages: 688 pages, Figures, tables. BIC Classification: GB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 241 x 158 x 41. Weight in Grams: 1078.
Publisher
Cornell University Press United States
Number of pages
688
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1953
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801401343
ISBN
9780801401343
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 115.59

Hardback. Num Pages: 688 pages, 750 colour and 56 bw illus. BIC Classification: 1FB; AFW; GBC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 270 x 210. Weight in Grams: 454.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
688
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857853974
ISBN
9780857853974
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 235.21
€ 192.83

Hardcover. Num Pages: 187 pages, illustrations, index. BIC Classification: GBCR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 222 x 146 x 24. Weight in Grams: 400. Irish Bibliography and Reference.
Condition
Used, Very Good
Edition
Main
Publisher
Faber and Faber London
Number of pages
187
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1979
SKU
KDK0007367
ISBN
9780571114474
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 75.00

Paperback. This bestselling dictionary has been fully revised, making it the most up-to-date and authoritative reference of its kind. Providing comprehensive coverage of computer applications in industry, school, work, education, and the home, it is the ideal reference for students, professionals, and anyone who uses computers. Editor(s): Butterfield, Andrew; Kerr, Anne; Ngondi, Gerard Ekembe. Series: Oxford Quick Reference. Num Pages: 640 pages, c.14 figures. BIC Classification: GBC; UY. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 196 x 129. .
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
640
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
7th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199688975
ISBN
9780199688975
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.40

Paperback. With discussions of various fundamental issues in Tolkien scholarship, this book introduces and explores the author and scholar's life and work within their historical and cultural contexts. Editor(s): Drout, Michael D. C. Num Pages: 808 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBH; DSC; DSR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 276 x 218 x 54. Weight in Grams: 2026.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415865111
ISBN
9780415865111
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 76.42

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