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The Ruskins And The Grays

The Ruskins And The Grays

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Author: Mary LutyensBinding: HardbackPublished: JOHN MURRAY, 1972Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerThis compelling historical biography chronicles the intricate and often tumultuous connections between two prominent Victorian families. It...
The New Despotism

The New Despotism

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Author: Lord Hewart Of BuryBinding: HardbackPublished: Ernest Benn Limited, 1929Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsThis seminal work of political and legal philosophy,...
Thomas Gray: A Biography

Thomas Gray: A Biography

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Author: R.W. Ketton-CremerBinding: HardbackPublished: Cambridge University Press, 1955Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Good, price clippedMarkings: Previous ownerThis compelling biography chronicles the life and literary contributions of the celebrated 18th-century poet,...
The Biblical Theology Of Saint Irenaeus

The Biblical Theology Of Saint Irenaeus

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Author: John LawsonBinding: HardbackPublished: The Epworth Press, 1948Condition:Book: AcceptableJacket: Wear and tearPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: Reading copy with markingsCondition remarks: Reading copy with minimal markings in grey lead. This distinguished...
The Silver Salver: The Story Of The Guinness Family

The Silver Salver: The Story Of The Guinness Family

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Author: Frederic MullallyBinding: HardbackPublished: GRANADA, 1981Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: Good, price clippedMarkings: No markingsThis compelling biography chronicles the extraordinary saga of one of history's most influential dynasties. It uncovers...
Ancestors And Friends

Ancestors And Friends

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Author: John LehmannBinding: HardbackPublished: Eyre & Spottiswoode, 1962Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: Previous ownerAncestors And Friends presents a compelling tapestry of personal history and intimate connections. This...
Essays In Later Medieval History

Essays In Later Medieval History

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Author: E F JacobBinding: HardbackPublished: Manchester University Press, 1968Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: Good, price clippedMarkings: Previous ownerThis academic collection presents a series of scholarly examinations into the intricate political,...
Australia

Australia

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Author: Anthony TrollopeBinding: HardbackPublished: University of Queensland Press, 1967Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Slipcase: GoodPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsAnthony Trollope's Australia presents a vivid account of his extensive travels across the continent in the...
Men Of Yesterday: A Social History Of The Western District Of Victoria 1834-1890

Men Of Yesterday: A Social History Of The Western District Of Victoria 1834-1890

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Author: Margaret KiddleBinding: HardbackPublished: Melbourne University Press, 1963Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsThis compelling social history, Men Of Yesterday: A Social History Of The...
Sergeant Lawrence Goes To France

Sergeant Lawrence Goes To France

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Author: Peter YuleBinding: HardbackPublished: Melbourne University Press, 1987Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: Previous owner'Sergeant Lawrence Goes To France' chronicles the harrowing experiences of a soldier navigating the brutal realities...
The Emergent Commonwealth: Australian Federation: Expectations And Fulfilment 1889-1910

The Emergent Commonwealth: Australian Federation: Expectations And Fulfilment 1889-1910

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Author: R. NorrisBinding: HardbackPublished: MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY PRESS, 1975Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Worn and faded Dj with minor surface wear. Internally sound. This scholarly work chronicles...
General Monck

General Monck

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Author: Maurice AshleyBinding: HardbackPublished: JONATHAN CAPE, 1977Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsMaurice Ashley's General Monck chronicles the pivotal life of George Monck, a key figure in...
George Reid

George Reid

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Author: W. G. McminnBinding: HardbackPublished: MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY PRESS, 1989Condition:Book: Very goodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsGeorge Reid presents a comprehensive biography of one of Australia's most significant political figures....
Bolte From Bamganie

Bolte From Bamganie

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Author: Barry MuirBinding: HardbackPublished: HILL OF CONTENT, 1973Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsThis compelling biography chronicles the remarkable life and political career of Henry Bolte, a...
The Felonry Of New South Wales: Being A Faithful Picture Of The Real Romance Of Life In Botany Bay With Anecdotes Of Botany Bay Society And A Plan Of Sydney

The Felonry Of New South Wales: Being A Faithful Picture Of The Real Romance Of Life In Botany Bay With Anecdotes Of Botany Bay Society And A Plan Of Sydney

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Author: James Mudie Esq.Binding: HardbackPublished: Lansdowne Press, 1964Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: Previous ownerThis historical account chronicles the early penal settlement of New South Wales, offering a vivid portrayal...
A Victorian Diarist: Extracts From The Journals Of Mary, Lady Monkswell 1873-1895

A Victorian Diarist: Extracts From The Journals Of Mary, Lady Monkswell 1873-1895

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Author: Hon. E. C. F. CollierBinding: HardbackPublished: John Murray, 1944Condition:Book: PoorJacket: DamagedPages: Tanning and foxing, price clippedMarkings: Previous ownerA Victorian Diarist: Extracts From The Journals Of Mary (Lady Monksmell) 1873-1895...
They Dreamt of a School - Methodist Ladies' College Kew 1882-1982

They Dreamt of a School - Methodist Ladies' College Kew 1882-1982

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Author: Ailsa G. Thomson Zainu'ddinBinding: HardbackPublished: Hyland House Publishing, Melbourne, 1982Condition:Book: FairJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: FEP missingMarkings: No markings-
That Damned Democrat: John Norton, An Australian Populist, 1858-1916

That Damned Democrat: John Norton, An Australian Populist, 1858-1916

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Author: Michael CannonBinding: HardbackPublished: Melbourne University Press, 1981Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis historical biography chronicles the tumultuous life and controversial political career of John Norton, a prominent...
Forward Flows The Time

Forward Flows The Time

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Author: Laurence Langley NashBinding: HardbackPublished: G. & B. Publications, 1960Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: Previous ownerForward Flows The Time: The Story Of Ridley College, Melbourne chronicles the rich legacy...
Hubert Murray: The Australian Pro-Consul

Hubert Murray: The Australian Pro-Consul

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Author: Francis WestBinding: HardbackPublished: Oxford University Press, 1968Condition:Book: FairJacket: Wear and tearPages: Tanning and foxing, price clippedMarkings: Previous ownerThis compelling biography, Hubert Murray: The Australian Pro-Consul, chronicles the remarkable career...
The Glorious Revolution Of 1688

The Glorious Revolution Of 1688

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Author: Maurice AshleyBinding: HardbackPublished: The History Book Club, 1967Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsThis historical account chronicles the pivotal events of 1688 in England, detailing the...
The Codebreakers: The Story Of Secret Writing

The Codebreakers: The Story Of Secret Writing

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Author: David KahnBinding: HardbackPublished: The Macmillan Company, New York, 1967Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerThe monumental work The Code-Breakers chronicles the intricate history of secret communication, tracing its...
The English Church Under Henry I

The English Church Under Henry I

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Author: M. BrettBinding: HardbackPublished: OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS, 1975Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThe English Church Under Henry I chronicles a pivotal era in ecclesiastical history, meticulously detailing the...
No. 10 Downing Street: 1660-1900

No. 10 Downing Street: 1660-1900

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Author: Hector BolithoBinding: HardbackPublished: Hutchinson of London, 1957Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsNo. 10 Downing Street: 1660-1900 by Hector Bolitho presents a meticulous historical account of...
Tolstoy

Tolstoy

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Author: Henri TroyatBinding: HardbackPublished: W. H. ALLEN, 1968Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsHenri Troyat's Tolstoy chronicles the tumultuous life of one of Russia's most celebrated literary giants. This...
Wells Manor Of Canon Grange

Wells Manor Of Canon Grange

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Author: Derrick Sherwin BaileyBinding: HardbackPublished: ALAN SUTTON, 1985Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsThis scholarly work, Wells Manor Of Canon Grange, meticulously chronicles the intricate history and...
Advice To My Grand-Daughter: Letters From Queen Victoria To Princess Victoria Of Hesse

Advice To My Grand-Daughter: Letters From Queen Victoria To Princess Victoria Of Hesse

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Author: Richard HoughBinding: HardbackPublished: Simon and Schuster, 1975Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Good, price clippedMarkings: No markings'Advice To My Grand-Daughter: Letters From Queen Victoria To Princess Victoria Of Hesse presents...
Rum Jungle

Rum Jungle

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Author: Alan MooreheadBinding: HardbackPublished: The Non-Fiction Book Club, 1111Condition:Book: FairJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsThis compelling non-fiction work chronicles a journey through the...
Crowded Galleries. With Chapters on Tennis by Sir Norman Brookes.

Crowded Galleries. With Chapters on Tennis by Sir Norman Brookes.

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Author: Dame Mabel Brookes; Sir Norman BrookesBinding: HardbackPublished: William Heinemann Ltd, 1956Condition:Book: FairJacket: Wear and tearPages: Tanning and foxing, price clippedMarkings: Previous ownerCrowded Galleries presents a vivid social tapestry, chronicling...
Challenge In The Skies: The Founding Of T.A.A.

Challenge In The Skies: The Founding Of T.A.A.

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Author: Ian SabeyBinding: HardbackPublished: HYLAND HOUSE MELBOURNE, 1979Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis compelling historical account chronicles the daring exploits and technological advancements that defined a pivotal era...
Printing In London From 1476 To Modern Times: Competitive Practice And Technical Invention In The Trade Of Book And Bible Printing Periodical Production Jobbing &C

Printing In London From 1476 To Modern Times: Competitive Practice And Technical Invention In The Trade Of Book And Bible Printing Periodical Production Jobbing &C

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Author: P. M. HandoverBinding: HardbackPublished: GEORGE ALLEN & UNWIN LTD, 1960Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: Previous ownerThis authoritative historical account chronicles the evolution of printing within London,...
Transport in Britain, 1750-2000: From Canal Lock to Gridlock

Transport in Britain, 1750-2000: From Canal Lock to Gridlock

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Britain's history has been and still is a history of its transport. The Industrial Revolution, which made Britain the Workshop of the World and underpinned its empire, was made possible...
Human Smoke: The Beginnings of World War II, the End of Civilization

Human Smoke: The Beginnings of World War II, the End of Civilization

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At a time when the West seems ever more eager to call on military aggression as a means of securing international peace, Nicholson Baker's provocative narrative exploring the political misjudgements...
Voyages That Changed the World

Voyages That Changed the World

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Voyages that Changed the World tells, chronologically, the stories of the most momentous sea voyages in history and, in doing so, provides an intriguing look at the unveiling of our...
Atomic Sushi

Atomic Sushi

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As the first British Professor of Philosophy since 1882 to be invited to teach at the prestigious and enigmatic University of Tokyo - the Oxbridge of Japan - Simon May...
Park Life: Around the World in 50 Parks

Park Life: Around the World in 50 Parks

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Join travel writer Tom Chesshyre in this charming celebration of our favourite green spaces from around the world People love parks - and more than that, people need parks. We...
Versailles

Versailles

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Few buildings carry such a freight of historical symbolism as the Palace of Versailles. First built as a hunting lodge by Louis XIII in the early seventeenth century, then radically...
Cluetopia: The story of 100 years of the crossword

Cluetopia: The story of 100 years of the crossword

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Crosswords are not as old as you think. The first one appeared a century ago, the little square keeping in remarkable shape. Cluetopia is here to toast the centenary, whizzing...
The World of the Paris Cafe: Sociability among the French Working

The World of the Paris Cafe: Sociability among the French Working

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In this work, the author investigates what the working-class cafe reveals about the formation of urban life in 19th-century France. Cafe society was not the product of a small elite...
Capital of the Mind: How Edinburgh Changed the World

Capital of the Mind: How Edinburgh Changed the World

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How - in the eighteenth century - did a notoriously poor, alcoholic, violent and smelly town, consisting of just two long streets and 40,000 inhabitants, make such an impression on...
An Intelligent Person's Guide to History

An Intelligent Person's Guide to History

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A polemical introduction to history by one of the most controversial practitioners working today A critically-acclaimed guide by one of Britain's most compelling and controversial historians. John Vincent has often...
The Making of Late Antiquity

The Making of Late Antiquity

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Peter Brown presents a masterly history of Roman society in the second, third, and fourth centuries. Brown interprets the changes in social patterns and religious thought, breaking away from conventional...
This Sceptred Isle: Empire

This Sceptred Isle: Empire

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Britain had the biggest empire the world has ever known. At one time a quarter of the global land mass was British. Over a third of the world was insured...
Gallipoli

Gallipoli

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This account of the Gallipoli campaign of 1915 brings an epic tragedy to life. As well as taking the reader into the trenches to witness the fear, courage and humour...
The Great Exhibition of 1851: A Nation on Display

The Great Exhibition of 1851: A Nation on Display

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This illustrated account reveals how the exhibition was conceived and planned, why it was a success, what it meant to the millions of visitors, challenges the common view that it...
The Fall and Rise of the Stately Home

The Fall and Rise of the Stately Home

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How much do the British really care about their stately homes? In this wide-ranging account of the changing fortunes and status of the stately homes of England over the past...
The Bookseller's Tale

The Bookseller's Tale

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A lively cultural history of the book from a charmingly idiosyncratic bookseller 'The right book has a neverendingness, and so does the right bookshop.' This is the story of our...
The Pelican History of the World

The Pelican History of the World

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The book titled The Pelican History of the World by the author J. M. Roberts. This is a secondhand book. Please contact us for more information about this title.