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In 1953, "Cash Box" magazine named the Hilltoppers the top vocal group of the year. Hits such as "Trying" and "P S I Love You" raced up the charts and kept the band in Billboard's Top 40. This title looks at the college kids who made it big between classes, serving as a study of celebrity and youth in the early days of rock 'n' roll. Num Pages: 248 pages, 22 photographs. BIC Classification: AVGP; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 147 x 214 x 29. Weight in Grams: 458.
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813124360
- ISBN
- 9780813124360
Condition: New
€ 33.65
€ 33.65
Paperback. In 1845, black abolitionist Frederick Douglass travelled to Britain on a lecture and fund-raising tour. This is an examination of how that visit affected transatlantic reform movements and Douglass's own thinking. It features the essays of scholars from both sides of the Atlantic. Editor(s): Rice, Alan J.; Crawford, Martin. Num Pages: 240 pages, 6 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; 1KBB; BGH; HBJD; HBJK; HBLL; HBTB; HBTS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 318.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- University of Georgia Press United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780820321295
- ISBN
- 9780820321295
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.55
€ 37.55
hardcover. Born into a Quaker family, Nathanael Greene had nothing in his background that pointed to a military career. His total military training before mid-1775, when he abandoned pacifism, consisted of serving as a private in the Rhode Island militia for a few hours each week. Num Pages: 144 pages, 16 b&w illustrations, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGH; HBJK; HBLH; HBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 203 x 127 x 17. Weight in Grams: 281.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Potomac Books Inc United States
- Edition
- Annotated
- Number of pages
- 144
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781574889123
- ISBN
- 9781574889123
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 24.88
€ 24.88
Paperback. The life of Karl Dane was a Cinderella story gone horribly wrong. The immigrant from Copenhagen was transformed from a machinist to a Hollywood star after his turn as the tobacco-chewing Slim in "The Big Parade". This biography tells the tale of a daring yet tragic man who aimed for his wildest dreams and succeeded, if only for a short time. Num Pages: 230 pages, ca. 55 photos, filmography, notes, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: APF; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 159 x 15. Weight in Grams: 331.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- McFarland & Co Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780786442072
- ISBN
- 9780786442072
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 41.32
€ 41.32
Hardback. Editor(s): Lenfestey, James; Smith, Thomas R. Num Pages: 308 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; BGL; DSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 33. Weight in Grams: 703.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- University of Minnesota Press United States
- Number of pages
- 308
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Har/Dvdr
- SKU
- V9780816677702
- ISBN
- 9780816677702
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 38.82
€ 38.82
Paperback. 244 pages, illustrations. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 2AB; BGLA; DSBH; DSG. Dimension: 214 x 138 x 18. Weight: 388.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Five Leaves
- Number of pages
- 244
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781905512331
- ISBN
- 9781905512331
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 13.48
€ 13.99
€ 13.48
Hardback. Arturo Barea (1897-1957) is often seen as merely a spontaneous writer with a passion against injustice. This biography is based on numerous interviews with people who knew Barea. It revisits Barea's writing qualities and deficiencies in the context of stimulating intersections of literature and politics, and of Spain and England. Num Pages: 244 pages, b/w photos. BIC Classification: BGL; DS; HBJD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 163 x 20. Weight in Grams: 522.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Liverpool University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 244
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845192884
- ISBN
- 9781845192884
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.58
€ 130.58
Paperback. Num Pages: 752 pages, 50+ images and photos throughout. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJPG; BGH; BGL; HBJK; HBLW; JPSD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 206 x 134 x 46. Weight in Grams: 556.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Random House Trade Paperbacks
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780804179706
- ISBN
- 9780804179706
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 20.68
€ 21.99
€ 20.68
Paperback. Mark Twain, who was often photographed with a cigar, once remarked that he came into the world looking for a light. This biography, published on the centennial of the writer's death focuses on Mark Twain, humorist and quipster, and sheds light on the wit, pathos, and tragedy of the author of "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn." Num Pages: 520 pages, 37 b/w photographs. BIC Classification: BGL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 154 x 32. Weight in Grams: 764.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 520
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520269859
- ISBN
- 9780520269859
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 24.80
€ 33.99
€ 24.80
Hardback. This title argues that Hardy's extensive legal research and experience drove his writing of fiction throughout his career. The book studies his legal research and friendships, his work as a Dorchester magistrate, actual Victorian law cases from which he drew novel material, Hardy's position as an advocate for the reform of marriage laws and more. Num Pages: 199 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; BG; DSBF; DSBH; DSK; LA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 242 x 164 x 17. Weight in Grams: 490.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Associated University Presses United States
- Number of pages
- 199
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780874137989
- ISBN
- 9780874137989
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 117.40
€ 117.40
Paperback. Recounts the harrowing story of Cadet's youth as a restavec, as well as his inspiring climb to middle-class American life Num Pages: 200 pages, 1 b&w illus. BIC Classification: 1KJH; BGA; HBTS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 709.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- University of Texas Press United States
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780292712034
- ISBN
- 9780292712034
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99
€ 20.99
Paperback. In Treblinka Survivor, Journalist and author Mark S. Smith traces the life of a man who survived seven camps, and what he had to do to achieve this. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1DVP; 3JJH; BGH; HBTZ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 157 x 22. Weight in Grams: 428.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752463711
- ISBN
- 9780752463711
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 19.67
€ 20.99
€ 19.67
Hardback. His name may not be as well known as that of his colleague and spiritual descendent, Marshall McLuhan, but Harold Innis's influence on contemporary critical media and communication studies has been no less profound. This concise look at Innis' life and conributions to the communication field. Series: Critical Media Studies: Institutions, Politics, and Culture. Num Pages: 152 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: BG; JFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 158 x 18. Weight in Grams: 340.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 152
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742524835
- ISBN
- 9780742524835
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 159.38
€ 159.38
Paperback. Dan s story is one that every human being needs to read. It s about the power of the human spirit and its ability to overcome seemingly impossible odds . . . Chet Holmes, author of The Ultimate Sales.. Num Pages: colour illustrations. BIC Classification: BGA; RGR; VSC; VSPM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 158 x 24. Weight in Grams: 434.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Skyhorse Publishing
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 326
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781616084462
- ISBN
- 9781616084462
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 19.61
€ 21.99
€ 19.61
Paperback. Presents the biography of Prosper of Aquitaine (388-455). This book argues that Prosper's theological development is marked by his understanding of the Church - and his desire to serve and defend it - rather than his relationship to Augustine's doctrines. Num Pages: 296 pages. BIC Classification: BGX; HRCM. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 20. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- The Catholic University of America Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813216706
- ISBN
- 9780813216706
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 47.68
€ 47.68
Paperback. A no-holds-barred story of what it takes to reach the top, and stay there, in the world's most dangerous sport - three day eventing. Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSNF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 136 x 216 x 29. Weight in Grams: 426.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Orion Publishing Co
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9781409102809
- ISBN
- 9781409102809
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 15.10
€ 19.99
€ 15.10
Paperback. Editor(s): Peterson, Linda (Yale University Yale University, Connecticut Yale University, Connecticut Yale University, Connecticut Yale University, Connecticut Yale University, Connecticut Yale University, Connecticut Yale University Yale University Yale University, Connecticut). Series: Nineteenth-Century British Autobiographies. Num Pages: 744 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; BGA; BGHA; BGLA; DSB; JFSJ1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 35. Weight in Grams: 759.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Broadview Press Ltd Canada
- Number of pages
- 741
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781551115559
- ISBN
- 9781551115559
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 42.99€ 38.78
€ 42.99
€ 38.78
paperback. Num Pages: 216 pages, 69ill. BIC Classification: BG; HRQC5. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 140 x 17. Weight in Grams: 282.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Rudolf Steiner Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- KMK0018759
- ISBN
- 9781855840935
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 6.12
€ 6.12
Hardback. Just weeks after Jackie Robinson joined the Brooklyn Dodgers, Larry Doby joined Robinson in breaking the colour barrier in the Major Leagues. Why is Doby largely forgotten as a central figure in baseball's integration? Greatness in the Shadows brings Doby's story to life and shares his achievements and firsts with a new generation. Num Pages: 336 pages, 23 photographs, 3 tables. BIC Classification: BGS; JFSL3; WSJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 28. Weight in Grams: 649.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- University of Nebraska Press United States
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780803285521
- ISBN
- 9780803285521
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 34.86
€ 37.99
€ 34.86
Paperback. Consisting of a rare memoir and also a diary, this title provides a glimpse into the domestic life of Russia's nobility in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Labzina's accounts of her spiritual development and her social sphere offers insights into male and female sensibilities of the time. Translator(s): Marker, Gary (Professor of History, SUNY, Stony Brook, USA); May, Rachel (Associate Professor of Russian, Macalester College, USA). Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: 1DVUA; 3JF; 3JH; BGHA; DN; HBJD; HBLL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 21. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Northern Illinois University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780875802770
- ISBN
- 9780875802770
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 140.77
€ 140.77
Paperback. Num Pages: 318 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; 3JJ; BGH; RNA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Northern Illinois University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 318
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Reprint
- SKU
- V9780875807577
- ISBN
- 9780875807577
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 21.87
€ 23.99
€ 21.87
paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1HFMS; 3JJPL; BGA; HBJH; HBLW3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 138 x 13. Weight in Grams: 192.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- NB Publishers South Africa
- Number of pages
- 128
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780795701238
- ISBN
- 9780795701238
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 17.57
€ 18.99
€ 17.57
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Silkworm Books / Trasvin Publications LP Thailand
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789749511916
- ISBN
- 9789749511916
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 31.02
€ 33.99
€ 31.02
Paperback. Num Pages: 212 pages, ports. BIC Classification: 2ABM; AV; BGA; DSBH; DSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 137 x 15. Weight in Grams: 282.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Paul Dry Books, Inc United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 212
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780967967523
- ISBN
- 9780967967523
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 17.31
€ 24.99
€ 17.31