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A Naval Career: Reports of Proceedings 1921-1964

A Naval Career: Reports of Proceedings 1921-1964

$25.00 AUD
Author: Gatacre G. G. O.binding: HardbackPublished: Nautical Press, 1982, Second EditionCondition: book: Good, jacket: Wear and tear, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis book compiles reports and proceedings from the naval...
Colonial Improver: Edward Deas Thomson 1800-1879

Colonial Improver: Edward Deas Thomson 1800-1879

$25.00 AUD
Author: S G Fosterbinding: HardbackPublished: Melbourne University Press, 1978Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis book explores the life and contributions of Edward Deas Thomson, a...
Memories

Memories

$25.00 AUD
Author: Julian Huxleybinding: HardbackPublished: George Allen & Unwin, 1970Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Wear and tear, page: Good, markings: No markingsMemories is an autobiographical work by Julian Huxley, reflecting on...
Napoleon's Saint Helena

Napoleon's Saint Helena

$20.00 AUD
Author: Gilbert Martineaubinding: HardbackPublished: Murray, 1968Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: Previous ownerThis book provides a detailed examination of Napoleon's exile on Saint Helena, including a thorough...
Russell Grimwade

Russell Grimwade

$20.00 AUD
Author: John Poynterbinding: HardbackPublished: Melbourne University Press, 1967Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Wear and tear, page: Good, markings: No markings-
Memoirs. Volume II

Memoirs. Volume II

$60.00 AUD
Author: Alexandre Benois, Moura Budberg (trans.)binding: HardbackPublished: Chatto & Windus, 1964, 1stCondition: book: Very good, jacket: Wear and tear, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis volume continues the captivating narrative of...
My Several Worlds: A Personal Record

My Several Worlds: A Personal Record

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Author: Pearl S. Buckbinding: HardbackPublished: Methuen & Co., 1955Condition: book: Good, jacket: Wear and tear, page: Aging or marking, markings: Previous ownerMy Several Worlds is the memoir of Pearl S....
MARILYN JONES

MARILYN JONES

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Author: Patricia Laughlinbinding: HardbackPublished: Quartet, 1978Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis book chronicles the life and career of Marilyn Jones, an esteemed Australian dancer and...
My Life in Ballet (SIGNED)

My Life in Ballet (SIGNED)

$100.00 AUD
Author: Leonide Massinebinding: HardbackPublished: Macmillan, 1968Condition: book: Good, jacket: Wear and tear, page: Yellowed, markings: Signed with inscriptionMy Life in Ballet is an autobiographical work by renowned dancer and choreographer...
White Fire: The Life and Works of Jessie Sampter

White Fire: The Life and Works of Jessie Sampter

$20.00 AUD
Author: Bertha Badt-Straussbinding: HardbackPublished: Reconstructionist Press, 1956Condition: book: Ex-library, jacket: Wear and tear, page: Good, markings: Previous ownerThis book explores the life and works of Jessie Sampter, a significant figure...
S. Hurok Presents; A Memoir of the Dance World

S. Hurok Presents; A Memoir of the Dance World

$15.00 AUD
Author: Sol Hurokbinding: HardbackPublished: Invincible Press, 1954, 1st Aus. ed.,Condition: book: Good, jacket: Wear and tear, page: Good, markings: Previous ownerS. Hurok Presents; A Memoir of the Dance World is...
Ezra Pound: The Last Rower - A Political Profile

Ezra Pound: The Last Rower - A Political Profile

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Author: C. David Heymannbinding: HardbackPublished: Viking Press, 1976Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis book provides a detailed political profile of the controversial poet Ezra Pound,...
Walls: Resisting the Third Reich

Walls: Resisting the Third Reich

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Author: Hiltgunt Zassenhausbinding: HardbackPublished: Beacon Press, 1974Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Wear and tear, page: Aging or marking, markings: No markingsThis book tells the poignant story of Hiltgunt Zassenhaus, who...
Cesare Borgia: His Life and Times

Cesare Borgia: His Life and Times

$50.00 AUD
Author: Sarah Bradfordbinding: HardbackPublished: MacMillan, 1976Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis classic book by acclaimed historian Sarah Bradford explores the life of Cesare Borgia, a...
Camille Pissarro: A Biography

Camille Pissarro: A Biography

$50.00 AUD
Author: Kathleen Adlerbinding: HardbackPublished: B.T. Batsford, 1978Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis biography explores the life and work of Camille Pissarro, a pivotal figure in...
Louis XIV

Louis XIV

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Author: John B. Wolfbinding: HardbackPublished: Gollancz, 1968Condition: book: Good, jacket: Wear and tear, page: Yellowed, markings: Previous ownerProfessor Wolf focuses on the problems of high politics and war, which intrigued...
Nehru: A Political Biography

Nehru: A Political Biography

$15.00 AUD
Author: Michael Edwardesbinding: HardbackPublished: Allen Lane/The Penguin Press, 1971Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Wear and tear, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis biography explores the life of Jawaharlal Nehru, India's first...
The Offshore Racer

The Offshore Racer

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Author: Theodore A. Jonesbinding: HardbackPublished: Nautical Publishing Co, 1974Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: No markingsThe Offshore Racer by Theodore A. Jones explores the thrilling world of...
Shipwreck on Middleton Reef: The Story of a Tasman Survivor

Shipwreck on Middleton Reef: The Story of a Tasman Survivor

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Author: Bill & Aileen Belcherbinding: HardbackPublished: Collins, New Zealand, 1979Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis book recounts the harrowing tale of Bill Belcher, who went...
I, Martha Adams

I, Martha Adams

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Author: Pauline Glen Winslowbinding: HardbackPublished: Arlington Books Publishers Ltd, 1982Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Aging or marking, markings: No markingsI, Martha Adams is a compelling narrative that explores...
Bluey: The autobiography of Harold Lewis

Bluey: The autobiography of Harold Lewis

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Author: Harold Lewisbinding: HardbackPublished: Angus & Robertson, 1985Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis autobiography provides an insightful look into the life of Harold Lewis, the...
Running with the Ball : Football's Foster Father

Running with the Ball : Football's Foster Father

$15.00 AUD
Author: Mancini, A. And Hibbins, G. M.binding: HardbackPublished: Lynedoch Publications, 1987Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: Previous ownerThis book explores the life and career of Dom Mancini,...
Life Of Lorena Hickok: E. R.'s Friend

Life Of Lorena Hickok: E. R.'s Friend

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Author: Doris Faberbinding: HardbackPublished: William Morrow And Co Inc, 1980Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis biography explores the life of Lorena Hickok, a close friend...
Ludwig Mond's Bequest. A Gift to the Nation

Ludwig Mond's Bequest. A Gift to the Nation

$25.00 AUD
Author: Charles Saumarez Smith & Giorgia Mancinibinding: SoftbackPublished: National Gallery Company Limited, 2006Condition: book: Very good, jacket: No dust jacket, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis book discusses the legacy of...
The Beloved Little Admiral

The Beloved Little Admiral

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Author: Vivian Stuartbinding: HardbackPublished: Robert Hale, 1967Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Wear and tear, page: Good, markings: Signed with inscriptionThe Beloved Little Admiral tells the life story of Admiral of...
Pablo Picasso: His Life and Times

Pablo Picasso: His Life and Times

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Author: Pablo Picasso and Pierre Cabannebinding: SoftbackPublished: New York: Morrow Quill Paperbacks, 1977Condition: book: Good, jacket: No dust jacket, page: Yellowed, markings: No markingsThis book explores the life and artistic...
The Autobiography of John Shaw Neilson

The Autobiography of John Shaw Neilson

$25.00 AUD
Author: John Shaw Neilson and Nancy Keesing (Introd.)binding: HardbackPublished: National Library Of Australia, 1978Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis autobiography provides insight into the life...
DEBONAIR JACK. A Biography of Sir John Longstaff 1861-1941

DEBONAIR JACK. A Biography of Sir John Longstaff 1861-1941

$40.00 AUD
Author: Prue Joskebinding: HardbackPublished: Claremont, Melbourne, 1994Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis biography explores the life and achievements of Sir John Longstaff, a prominent Australian...
The Autobiography of Sir Harry Smith 1787 - 1819

The Autobiography of Sir Harry Smith 1787 - 1819

$50.00 AUD
Author: Sir Harry Smith, edited by G C Moore Smithbinding: HardbackPublished: John Murray, 1910. 3rd edCondition: book: Good, jacket: No dust jacket, page: Aging or marking, markings: No markingsThis autobiography...
Martin Boyd: A Life

Martin Boyd: A Life

$30.00 AUD
Author: Brenda Niallbinding: HardbackPublished: Melbourne University Press, 1988Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis biography explores the life of Martin Boyd, an influential Australian artist and...
James Edward Neild: Victorian Virtuoso

James Edward Neild: Victorian Virtuoso

$20.00 AUD
Author: Harold Lovebinding: HardbackPublished: Melbourne University Press, 1989Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis book explores the life and works of James Edward Neild, a notable...
William King: Tory and Jacobite

William King: Tory and Jacobite

$40.00 AUD
Author: David Greenwoodbinding: HardbackPublished: Clarendon Press, 1969Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis biography explores the life of William King, a prominent figure during the Jacobite...
An Elizabethan: Sir Horatio Palavicino

An Elizabethan: Sir Horatio Palavicino

$60.00 AUD
Author: Lawrence Stonebinding: HardbackPublished: Oxford, 1956Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Wear and tear, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis book explores the life and contributions of Sir Horatio Palavicino, a notable...
Little Big Top

Little Big Top

$15.00 AUD
Author: Fred Lordbinding: HardbackPublished: Rigby Limited, 1965Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Wear and tear, page: Good, markings: No markingsLittle Big Top is a captivating book by Fred Lord that takes...
Westering Man: The Life of Joseph Walker

Westering Man: The Life of Joseph Walker

$20.00 AUD
Author: Bil Gilbertbinding: HardbackPublished: Atheneum, 1983 reprintCondition: book: Very good, jacket: Wear and tear, page: Good, markings: No markingsWestering Man: The Life of Joseph Walker explores the life and adventures...
Jose Antonio Paez

Jose Antonio Paez

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Author: R. B. Cunninghame Grahambinding: HardbackPublished: William Heinemann, 1929Condition: book: Very good, jacket: No dust jacket, page: Aging or marking, markings: No markingsThis book explores the life of José Antonio...
As I Walked Down New Grub Street

As I Walked Down New Grub Street

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Author: Walter Allenbinding: HardbackPublished: Heinemann, 1981Condition: book: Good, jacket: Wear and tear, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis book serves as a commentary on George Gissing's novel 'New Grub Street', exploring...
A Threefold Cord

A Threefold Cord

$30.00 AUD
Author: A. Maude Roydenbinding: HardbackPublished: Victor Gollancz, 1947Condition: book: Good, jacket: Wear and tear, page: Aging or marking, markings: No markingsA Threefold Cord is an autobiographical work by A. Maude...
Illiberal Liberal: Robert Lowe in New South Wales

Illiberal Liberal: Robert Lowe in New South Wales

$15.00 AUD
Author: Knightbinding: HardbackPublished: Melbourne UP, 1966Condition: book: Good, jacket: Wear and tear, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis book explores the life and political career of Robert Lowe, Viscount Sherbrooke, focusing...
People in Glass House: Growing Up at Government House

People in Glass House: Growing Up at Government House

$15.00 AUD
Author: Adelaide Lubbockbinding: HardbackPublished: Nelson, 1977Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: Previous ownerThis memoir explores the author's experiences growing up at Government House, providing insights into life...
Six O'Clock Diamon

Six O'Clock Diamon

$35.00 AUD
Author: Gus Officerbinding: HardbackPublished: Woolhouse Press, 2008Condition: book: Very good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: No markingsSix O'Clock Diamon is the personal account of a young man from Warrnambool in...
J. Ramsay MacDonald

J. Ramsay MacDonald

$20.00 AUD
Author: Austen Morganbinding: SoftbackPublished: Manchester University Press, 1987Condition: book: Fair, jacket: No dust jacket, page: Yellowed, markings: No markingsThis biography explores the life and political career of James Ramsay MacDonald,...
The Ambassador John L. Loeb Jr. Danish Art Collection

The Ambassador John L. Loeb Jr. Danish Art Collection

$30.00 AUD
Author: John L. Loeb Jr.binding: SoftbackPublished: John L. Loeb Jr., 2005Condition: book: Very good, jacket: No dust jacket, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis book showcases the Danish Art Collection of...
Phillip Blashki: A Victorian Patriarch

Phillip Blashki: A Victorian Patriarch

$40.00 AUD
Author: Gael R. Hammerbinding: HardbackPublished: Blashki, 1986Condition: book: Good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: Signed with inscriptionThis book chronicles the history of the Blashki family, one of the key Australian...
From Emperor to Citizen: The Autobiography of Aisin-Gioro Pu Yi

From Emperor to Citizen: The Autobiography of Aisin-Gioro Pu Yi

$25.00 AUD
Author: Aisin-Gioro Pu Yibinding: HardbackPublished: Foreign Language Press, 1979, 2nd editionCondition: book: Good, jacket: Wear and tear, page: Yellowed, markings: No markingsThis autobiography chronicles the life of Pu Yi, who...
Drawn from Life

Drawn from Life

$20.00 AUD
Author: John Olsenbinding: HardbackPublished: Duffy & Snellgrove, 1997Condition: book: Good, jacket: No dust jacket, page: Good, markings: No markingsJohn Olsen is Australia's greatest living painter, sharing captivating stories about his...
The World of Henry Lawson

The World of Henry Lawson

$20.00 AUD
Author: Walter Stonebinding: SoftbackPublished: Paul Hamlyn Pty Ltd, 1978Condition: book: Good, jacket: No dust jacket, page: Yellowed, markings: No markingsThis book is a collection of works by the renowned Australian...
Samuel Shepheard of Cairo: A Portrait

Samuel Shepheard of Cairo: A Portrait

$25.00 AUD
Author: Michael Birdbinding: HardbackPublished: M. Joseph, 1957Condition: book: Good, jacket: Unblemished, page: Good, markings: No markingsThis book provides a portrait of Samuel Shepheard, told mostly through his journals and letters....