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Biography
Paperback. A collection of the letters of Laura Cereta (1469-1499), which present feminist issues in a predominantly male environment. Cereta's works circulated widely in Italy, and in them she explores the history of women's contributions to the intellectual and political life of Europe. Editor(s): Robin, Diana. Translator(s): Robin, Diana. Series: Other Voice in Early Modern Europe. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DST; 3JB; BG; JFFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 153 x 230 x 19. Weight in Grams: 376.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226100135
- ISBN
- 9780226100135
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 34.51
€ 44.99
€ 34.51
Paperback. Born in 1899 to Russian Aristocrats, Tamara de Lempicka escaped the Bolsheviks by exchanging her body for freedom, dramatically beginning a sexual career that included most of the influential men and women she painted. This biography is reissued to coincide with the twentieth anniversary of her death. Series: Bloomsbury Lives of Women. Num Pages: 448 pages. BIC Classification: ACXD3; AFC; AGB; BGA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 30. Weight in Grams: 346. Series: Bloomsbury Lives of Women. 448 pages. Born in 1899 to Russian Aristocrats, Tamara de Lempicka escaped the Bolsheviks by exchanging her body for freedom, dramatically beginning a sexual career that included most of the influential men and women she painted. This biography is reissued to coincide with the twentieth anniversary of her death. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: ACXD3; AFC; AGB; BGA. Dimension: 198 x 129 x 30. Weight: 346.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Number of pages
- 448
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781408807095
- ISBN
- 9781408807095
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 16.22
€ 23.99
€ 16.22
Paperback. In 1845, a Reading bookseller named John Snare came across the dirt-blackened portrait of a prince at a country house auction. Suspecting that it might be a long-lost Velazquez, he bought the picture and set out to discover its strange history - a quest that led from fame to ruin and exile. This book pays homage to the Spanish master Velazquez. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: AFC; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 131 x 239 x 24. Weight in Grams: 282.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Vintage Publishing
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780099587040
- ISBN
- 9780099587040
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.08
€ 13.99
€ 11.08
Hardcover. Explorer, scientist, writer, and humanist, Alexander von Humboldt was the most famous intellectual of the age that began with Napoleon and ended with Darwin. This title traces Humboldt's ideas for "Cosmos" to his 1799 journey to the Americas, where he first experienced the diversity of nature and of the world's people. Num Pages: 424 pages, 22 halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGT; PDX; WN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 60 x 90 x 28. Weight in Grams: 712.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 424
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226871820
- ISBN
- 9780226871820
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 44.99€ 34.23
€ 44.99
€ 34.23
Paperback. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSSN3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 21. Weight in Grams: 240.
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers (New Zealand)
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781775540991
- ISBN
- 9781775540991
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 12.92
€ 17.99
€ 12.92
Paperback. Num Pages: 248 pages, 8 illus. BIC Classification: 2ABM; BG; DSBF; DSK; JFSJ1. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 400.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- University of Pennsylvania Press United States
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780812216196
- ISBN
- 9780812216196
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 34.01
€ 37.99
€ 34.01
Paperback. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: BTC; FA; FYB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 148. .
- Publisher
- Scribe Publications
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781911344247
- ISBN
- 9781911344247
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 10.71
€ 13.99
€ 10.71
Paperback. Num Pages: 114 pages, Throughout. BIC Classification: 1KBCB; 3JJF; BGB; JPFF; KNAT; KNXB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 279 x 216. .
- Publisher
- Between the Lines
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781771132268
- ISBN
- 9781771132268
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 19.53
€ 20.99
€ 19.53
Paperback. The incredible true story of Louis Zamperini, now a major motion picture directed by Angelina Jolie. Num Pages: 528 pages, illustrations (black and white), map (black and white). BIC Classification: 1FP; 3JJH; BTM; BTP; JWXR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 129 x 197 x 33. Weight in Grams: 372.
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- Film tie-in edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780007580576
- ISBN
- 9780007580576
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 11.38
€ 15.99
€ 11.38
Paperback. The incredible true story of Louis Zamperini, now a major motion picture directed by Angelina Jolie. Num Pages: 500 pages, Illustrations, 1 map, ports. BIC Classification: 1FP; BTM; HBWQ; JWG; JWXR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 131 x 31. Weight in Grams: 344.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780007378036
- ISBN
- 9780007378036
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 10.25
€ 14.99
€ 10.25
paperback. The Sixth Marine Division holds a unique place in U.S. Marine Corps history, because it was retired after one great battle. The division was formed on Guadalcanal in September 1944, its ranks filled with battle-hardened veterans and untested replacement troops. Num Pages: 304 pages, 63 b&w illustrations, 4 maps. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; 1KBB; BGH; HBJD; HBWQ; JWF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 150 x 21. Weight in Grams: 402.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Potomac Books Inc. United States
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781597970501
- ISBN
- 9781597970501
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 20.72
€ 20.99
€ 20.72
Hardcover. "A publication of the Pioneer Girl Project." Editor(s): Hill, Pamela Smith. Num Pages: 472 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 257 x 238 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1480.
- Publisher
- South Dakota State Historical
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- Fifth Printing
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780984504176
- ISBN
- 9780984504176
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 42.99€ 42.60
€ 42.99
€ 42.60
Paperback. Kiefer Sutherland has not always led the pampered life of a son of celebrity parents. He has carved his own path, as well as some unusual life decisions along the way. This work traces the actor's life from his childhood, through his parents' divorce to his struggle to break into acting and the success he has achieved. Num Pages: 256 pages, 8pp colour plate section. BIC Classification: APB; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 130 x 18. Weight in Grams: 210.
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Book Group United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Edition
- New Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780749951382
- ISBN
- 9780749951382
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.05
€ 13.99
€ 11.05
Paperback. A biography of rock legend Freddie Mercury. Num Pages: 288 pages, Section: 8, b/w photos. BIC Classification: AVGP; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 128 x 20. Weight in Grams: 214.
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Book Group
- Number of pages
- 288
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- Revised, Updated ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780749956080
- ISBN
- 9780749956080
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 12.58
€ 16.99
€ 12.58
Paperback. The Eagles have enjoyed colossal success spanning three decades. They are a remarkable mesh of lyrical and musical talent, twined with an explosive blend of personalities. This book follows their fascinating story from the early '70s, through their career and personal highs and lows, to their break up in 1982 and their eventual reform in 1994. Num Pages: 256 pages, 2x4 colour plates. BIC Classification: AVGP; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 133 x 11. Weight in Grams: 234.
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Book Group United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780749951139
- ISBN
- 9780749951139
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 11.78
€ 14.99
€ 11.78
Paperback. Neil Diamond has been responsible for writing some of the most memorable songs in pop music history and he has sold in excess of 120 million albums. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: AVGP; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200 x 143 x 17. Weight in Grams: 164.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Piatkus Books
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780749950767
- ISBN
- 9780749950767
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.75
€ 15.75
Paperback. The definitive biography of one of the world's most loved rock stars - now updated. Num Pages: 272 pages, Section: 8, colour photos. BIC Classification: AVGP; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 126 x 19. Weight in Grams: 238.
- Publisher
- Portrait
- Number of pages
- 272
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- Re-issue
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780749950231
- ISBN
- 9780749950231
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 11.81
€ 14.99
€ 11.81
Paperback. Explodes the myths surrounding the death of Brian Jones, founder of the Rolling Stones Num Pages: 304 pages, Section: 8, b/w colour photos. BIC Classification: AVGP; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 128 x 21. Weight in Grams: 218.
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Book Group United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 304
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- Digital original
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780749941536
- ISBN
- 9780749941536
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 11.88
€ 14.99
€ 11.88
Paperback. A detailed portrait of one of rock's most recognisable stars. Num Pages: 256 pages, Section: 8. BIC Classification: AVGP; AVH; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 129 x 17. Weight in Grams: 188.
- Publisher
- Piatkus
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Edition
- Digital original
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780749909765
- ISBN
- 9780749909765
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 11.81
€ 14.99
€ 11.81
Paperback. Survive and thrive memoir from blogger and social media influencer Laura Jane Williams. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: BM; VFVG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 132 x 198 x 2. Weight in Grams: 226.
- Publisher
- Hodder & Stoughton General Division
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- Underlining
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781473635609
- ISBN
- 9781473635609
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 11.81
€ 14.99
€ 11.81
Paperback. Janis Joplin's sister uses newly discovered letters to chronicle the singer's life, discussing her restless teen years, involvement in the hippie scene at Haight-Ashbury, sexual experimentation, drug use, and career. Num Pages: 464 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: BGFA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 157 x 31. Weight in Grams: 518.
- Publisher
- It Books
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780060755225
- ISBN
- 9780060755225
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 12.50
€ 15.99
€ 12.50
Paperback. Num Pages: 262 pages. BIC Classification: BM; VFJJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 384.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- ECW Press,Canada Canada
- Number of pages
- 262
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781550228380
- ISBN
- 9781550228380
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 18.74
€ 20.99
€ 18.74
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
€ 40.99€ 40.91
€ 40.99
€ 40.91
Hardcover. Paul Allen is the world's fourth richest man, and also one of the most mysterious. Cofounder of MicroSoft, Allen has been characterized as an eccentric, a nerd, and a genius. This book will clear away the cloud of mystery surrounding him and reveal the man behind the legend. Num Pages: 250 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: BGB; KJH. Category: (P) Professional & Scholarly; (UP) Postgraduate; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 162 x 29. Weight in Grams: 572.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9780471234913
- ISBN
- 9780471234913
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 50.99€ 39.06
€ 50.99
€ 39.06