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Paperback. Condizione: Fair. Of immense value to anyone interested in the Irish story in America.--The Boston Globe. This collection of three generations of Irish immigrant fiction excerpted from novels, magazines, and newspapers provides new insight into the nineteenth-century immigrant experience. It captures the spirit of those who were experiencing the traumas of adjustment and assimilation. The men and women authors of these pieces vividly render the details of immigrant life in a variety of settings, from Virginia and Nebraska to San Francisco, Chicago, New York City, Philadelphia, and Boston, from 1820 to 1906. Fanning places each selection in its historical and cultural context by means of introductory notes. Together, they provide the most extended, continuous body of literature available to us by members of a single American ethnic group. This new edition provides some additional selections as well as new background material. Charles Fanning is Professor of English at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. …

Paperback. Condizione: Fair. Of immense value to anyone interested in the Irish story in America.--The Boston Globe. This collection of three generations of Irish immigrant fiction excerpted from novels, magazines, and newspapers provides new insight into the nineteenth-century immigrant experience. It captures the spirit of those who were experiencing the traumas of adjustment and assimilation. The men and women authors of these pieces vividly render the details of immigrant life in a variety of settings, from Virginia and Nebraska to San Francisco, Chicago, New York City, Philadelphia, and Boston, from 1820 to 1906. Fanning places each selection in its historical and cultural context by means of introductory notes. Together, they provide the most extended, continuous body of literature available to us by members of a single American ethnic group. This new edition provides some additional selections as well as new background material. Charles Fanning is Professor of English at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. …

Paperback. Condizione: Good. In 1981, six children in the small village of Medjugorje claimed that Our Lady had appeared to them. Since then millions of pilgrims have traveled from across the world to pray in this special place. In conversation with Finbar O'Leary, Vicka, one of the six, tells of her special relationship with Our Lady andrelays many of the messages which she says the Queen of Peace' has given to her. Vicka also discusses her own sufferings and the journeys on which Our Lady has brought her.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Do you know why the circular stairs in castles ascended clockwise? Have you ever wondered where the toilets were, or how they worked? Do you know what the best way to attack a castle was? Can you guess why hundreds of pigs would be slaughtered in order to conquer a castle? Ewart Oakeshott knows, and you will too when you finish this book. He is the foremost authority on Medieval weaponry, and in this book he provides a lively and informative history of Europe's castles. Superbly illustrated by the author, he traces the design, building, and defense of castles throughout the Middle Ages, and explores the castle armory, daily life, the training of boys to become knights (including their lessons in both the arts of warfare and courtly behavior), sieges, and favorite pastimes such as hunting and hawking. "This delightful little work does admirably what it sets out to do.So well done that it deserves a place in the library purely as an elementary work of reference." - School Librarian From the author's famous life of a medieval knight series, this book provides a lively and informative history of the castle, its design, building, defense, as well as its armoury, daily life, and the training of knights. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Do you know why the circular stairs in castles ascended clockwise? Have you ever wondered where the toilets were, or how they worked? Do you know what the best way to attack a castle was? Can you guess why hundreds of pigs would be slaughtered in order to conquer a castle? Ewart Oakeshott knows, and you will too when you finish this book.  He is the foremost authority on Medieval weaponry, and in this book he provides a lively and informative history of Europe's castles. Superbly illustrated by the author, he traces the design, building, and defense of castles throughout the Middle Ages, and explores the castle armory, daily life, the training of boys to become knights (including their lessons in both the arts of warfare and courtly behavior), sieges, and favorite pastimes such as hunting and hawking.  "This delightful little work does admirably what it sets out to do.So well done that it deserves a place in the library purely as an elementary work of reference." - School Librarian.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. In 1981, six children in the small village of Medjugorje claimed that Our Lady had appeared to them. Since then millions of pilgrims have traveled from across the world to pray in this special place. In conversation with Finbar O'Leary, Vicka, one of the six, tells of her special relationship with Our Lady andrelays many of the messages which she says the Queen of Peace' has given to her. Vicka also discusses her own sufferings and the journeys on which Our Lady has brought her.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. DI Christy Kennedy returns in Departing Shadows, a deceit-laden tale of intrigue, which takes him from London to Brighton and back, and into the arms of the West End's most celebrated up-and-coming actress, Nealey Dean. But all's not well in vibrant Camden Town, as Kennedy investigates a death just outside a diplomatic compound, and finds his investigation immediately stymied by the invocation of diplomatic privilege. The deceased, an actress of a different sort, hostess and social media influencer Gabriella Byrne, left behind a world of mystery, where even those who knew her best did not know her well. As Kennedy interviews witnesses and checks alibis, his investigation brings him from London's hallowed palaces of power to seamy gentlemen's clubs, each with smoke and mirrors of their own. Along the way, he discovers just how far some people will go to protect their darkest secrets, in this, the 11th DI Christy Kennedy mystery. About the series: The Christy Kennedy Mysteries are mostly set round and about Camden Town and Primrose Hill. Just as in real police work there is usually more than one crime being investigated in each book. Detective Inspector Christy Kennedy is an Ulsterman living in leafy Primrose Hill and working in vibrant Camden Town. Kennedy loves the art of detection, he's addicted to the puzzle of the crime; it's his only drug. He's a bit of a loner and doesn't socialise a lot. He's clean-cut, dresses well, very well, but he doesn't have a drink problem. Not really a career policeman, he's content to work away while others trip over each other as they leapfrog over him for promotion. He's not bothered about the career ladder at all, as long as the powers that be allow him to get on with solving the crime. Kennedy's around about thirty-eight years old, loves tea and the music of the Beatles, Ray Davies and Jackson Browne and not necessarily in that order. He has recently met Ann Rea whom he considers to be his soul mate. He is desperate for this relationship to work. He has spent his entire life waiting for the someone special to come along and now she has, he feels ill equipped to deal with the politics of love. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Take an engaging journey back in time, when battles were fought with swords, lances, maces, and an array of well-crafted devices that could be elegant and ornate, brutal and efficient, or both. This accessible, lively, and informative book explores many facets of the medieval world of weaponry. Did you know, for instance, that in the fifteenth century "fight books" with drawings guided knights in the proper use of weapons? That the average medieval warrior became a full-fledged fighter by the time he was fifteen years old? Or that armor made by a master could, by modern standards, cost the price of a Rolls Royce? Take an engaging journey back in time, when battles were fought with swords, lances, maces, and an array of well-crafted devices that could be elegant and ornate, brutal and efficient, or both. This accessible, lively, and informative book explores the medieval world of weaponry. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. In 1981, six children in the small village of Medjugorje claimed that Our Lady had appeared to them. Since then millions of pilgrims have traveled from across the world to pray in this special place. In conversation with Finbar O'Leary, Vicka, one of the six, tells of her special relationship with Our Lady and relays many of the messages which she says the `Queen of Peace' has given to her. Vicka also discusses her own sufferings and the journeys on which Our Lady has brought her.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. In 1981, six children in the small village of Medjugorje claimed that Our Lady had appeared to them. Since then millions of pilgrims have traveled from across the world to pray in this special place. In conversation with Finbar O'Leary, Vicka, one of the six, tells of her special relationship with Our Lady and relays many of the messages which she says the `Queen of Peace' has given to her. Vicka also discusses her own sufferings and the journeys on which Our Lady has brought her. The most informative interview ever given by Vicka, the eldest of the six visionaries in Medjugorje. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …

Softcover. Condizione: Very Good. Cover shows some shelf wear. Interior pages are clean and bright. Binding is tight. Probably never read.

Paperback. Condizione: New.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Do you know why the circular stairs in castles ascended clockwise? Have you ever wondered where the toilets were, or how they worked? Do you know what the best way to attack a castle was? Can you guess why hundreds of pigs would be slaughtered in order to conquer a castle? Ewart Oakeshott knows, and you will too when you finish this book.  He is the foremost authority on Medieval weaponry, and in this book he provides a lively and informative history of Europe's castles. Superbly illustrated by the author, he traces the design, building, and defense of castles throughout the Middle Ages, and explores the castle armory, daily life, the training of boys to become knights (including their lessons in both the arts of warfare and courtly behavior), sieges, and favorite pastimes such as hunting and hawking.  "This delightful little work does admirably what it sets out to do.So well done that it deserves a place in the library purely as an elementary work of reference." - School Librarian.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. This is another in the famous Knight series by the renowned medieval historian Ewart Oakeshott. Explore another fascinating dimension of medieval warfare in this engaging account of knights and their various kinds of armor. Oakeshott focuses on the armor of the later Middle Ages, from 1100 to 1500. He examines how armor developed, how craftsmen made the important garments, and he looks in detail at the different kinds of helmets and which were the best. He also looks at the other important aspects of a knight's armor and finishes up with a discussion of how the armor was worn. Along the way he dispels a number of myths about medieval armor. Originally published in 1961-and of interest to young and older readers-this updated and revised edition of A Knight and His Armor has an extensive and useful glossary. Accurately illustrated by the author, the book captures the wonder and magic of a past time. "Oakeshott here provides a detailed history of how armor developed, how and of what it was made, and how it was worn." - Library Journal This is another in the famous Knight series by the renowned medieval historian Ewart Oakeshott. Explore another fascinating dimension of medieval warfare in this engaging account of knights and their various kinds of armor. Oakeshott focuses on the a Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: New.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Take an engaging journey back in time, when battles were fought with swords, lances, maces, and an array of well-crafted devices that could be elegant and ornate, brutal and efficient, or both. This accessible, lively, and informative book explores many facets of the medieval world of weaponry. Did you know, for instance, that in the fifteenth century "fight books" with drawings guided knights in the proper use of weapons? That the average medieval warrior became a full-fledged fighter by the time he was fifteen years old? Or that armor made by a master could, by modern standards, cost the price of a Rolls Royce.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. "Of immense value to anyone interested in the Irish story in America." - The Boston Globe. This collection of three generations of Irish immigrant fiction excerpted from novels, magazines, and newspapers provides new insight into the nineteenth-century immigrant experience. It captures the spirit of those who were experiencing the traumas of adjustment and assimilation. The men and women authors of these pieces vividly render the details of immigrant life in a variety of settings, from Virginia and Nebraska to San Francisco, Chicago, New York City, Philadelphia, and Boston, from 1820 to 1906. Fanning places each selection in its historical and cultural context by means of introductory notes. Together, they provide the most extended, continuous body of literature available to us by members of a single American ethnic group. This new edition provides some additional selections as well as new background material. This collection of three generations of Irish immigrant fiction provides new insights into the traumas of assimilation. Taken from a variety of sources, these stories vividly render the details of immigrant life in a variety of settings. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: New.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Take an engaging journey back in time, when battles were fought with swords, lances, maces, and an array of well-crafted devices that could be elegant and ornate, brutal and efficient, or both. This accessible, lively, and informative book explores many facets of the medieval world of weaponry. Did you know, for instance, that in the fifteenth century "fight books" with drawings guided knights in the proper use of weapons? That the average medieval warrior became a full-fledged fighter by the time he was fifteen years old? Or that armor made by a master could, by modern standards, cost the price of a Rolls Royce.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. In 1981, six children in the small village of Medjugorje claimed that Our Lady had appeared to them. Since then millions of pilgrims have traveled from across the world to pray in this special place. In conversation with Finbar O'Leary, Vicka, one of the six, tells of her special relationship with Our Lady and relays many of the messages which she says the `Queen of Peace' has given to her. Vicka also discusses her own sufferings and the journeys on which Our Lady has brought her.…

Paperback. Condizione: New.

Paperback. Condizione: Fine. Reprint. presentation copy signed by author on title page vg ; Includes index.; 77 p. ; 20 cm. Inscribed by author.

First Edition. Fine paperback copy; edges somewhat dust-dulled. Remains well-preserved overall. Physical description; 59 pages ; 22 cm. Contents; Oxygen -- Two friends meet for lunch . -- Still Life -- Jealousy -- Etudes -- Things I Learned at University -- Castellan -- February -- Line Drawings -- Caught -- Face to Face -- Chintz -- Playtime, with Boys -- Sex -- Physics -- Freebies -- Nits -- The View -- Evensong -- Love -- A Lover's Guide -- Radio -- Fruit -- Entertainment -- Lido -- Walking to Africa -- Yellow Moon -- Meditation -- August -- Because my mother and my father . -- De Beers -- Beaujolais -- Out Shooting -- Senate House -- Across the wastes . -- Questionnaire -- Bauble -- The Vacancy -- Connoisseur -- Diversion -- After Ovid -- Vision Two -- Crib -- Wax Flowers -- Cromwell Road -- How to Play -- Home Sweet Home -- In Passing -- November. Subjects; English poetry 20th century. Bingham, Kate. 1 Kg. …

First Edition. Near fine paperback copy; slightly dust-dulled and edge-bumped. Remains well-preserved overall. Physical description; 64 pages ; 22 cm. Subjects; English poetry Welsh authors, Anthologies. Authors, Welsh. English poetry Welsh authors 20th century. 1 Kg.

First Edition. Fine paperback copy; edges somewhat dust-dulled. Remains well-preserved overall. Physical description; 59 pages ; 22 cm. Contents; Oxygen -- Two friends meet for lunch . -- Still Life -- Jealousy -- Etudes -- Things I Learned at University -- Castellan -- February -- Line Drawings -- Caught -- Face to Face -- Chintz -- Playtime, with Boys -- Sex -- Physics -- Freebies -- Nits -- The View -- Evensong -- Love -- A Lover's Guide -- Radio -- Fruit -- Entertainment -- Lido -- Walking to Africa -- Yellow Moon -- Meditation -- August -- Because my mother and my father . -- De Beers -- Beaujolais -- Out Shooting -- Senate House -- Across the wastes . -- Questionnaire -- Bauble -- The Vacancy -- Connoisseur -- Diversion -- After Ovid -- Vision Two -- Crib -- Wax Flowers -- Cromwell Road -- How to Play -- Home Sweet Home -- In Passing -- November. Subjects; English poetry 20th century. Bingham, Kate. 1 Kg. …

First Edition. Near fine paperback copy; slightly dust-dulled and edge-bumped. Remains well-preserved overall. Physical description; 64 pages ; 22 cm. Subjects; English poetry Welsh authors, Anthologies. Authors, Welsh. English poetry Welsh authors 20th century. 1 Kg.

First Edition. Signed and inscribed. Fine paperback copy; edges very slightly dulled with age. Remains well-preserved overall. Physical description; 224 pages ; 22 cm. Contents; Castles in the sand -- Barley sugar sun -- Hot and cold taps -- from The Rambler VIII -- sun in cloud -- Jewelled was the valley -- '. like sun upon the face' -- from The Rambler VIII (cont.) -- Blackbird's whistle -- Promised land -- Catching the moment -- Arresting the sequential -- Like the flight of the swallow -- Passing time -- Time is money they say -- Tracking -- Pocket of air -- Timing -- from The Rambler XIV -- Piece of wood -- Visit -- Cork and feather -- Man and crane -- Expectation -- Letter from abroad -- Beached boats -- You make me feel cold going out in this wind without a hat -- Categories of 'as if' -- from The Rambler XX -- Saturday treat -- Meeting for lunch -- sky at night -- Fly -- Honey in February -- Flight of steps -- Categories of 'as if' (cont.) -- Suspension -- Sphere -- Cake uncut -- Party -- '.and sun and wind like love.' -- ^ Love letter -- Diver -- Dazzle of the clock -- 'The Sun in Splendour' -- Cats' eyes -- On the wing -- Dog searching for rabbits -- Wind moving clouds -- Shutter in the wind -- Gnats -- Bagatelle -- Making a cake -- Tiller hard to port -- Window -- House by the lake -- House by the lake II -- In a glass -- Fog at Wotton-under-edge. Perspective -- Contrapuntal: Two pears -- Vice versa -- dream in the day -- Vice versa II -- Rose growing -- couple for dinner -- assignation -- Roundabout -- Time maybe -- Valley filled with rain -- Time waiting -- Widower -- Chair -- Cup full of shadows -- Chasing drops of water -- Ant nest -- Dream -- sun fallen in fog -- Scream of the kettle -- Up into the trees -- Marigold and green -- Rapture -- Calling ships at sea -- Two polished chestnuts -- Extended simile -- Bermuda Triangle -- As a breeze -- ^ Earthquake detection -- In the air -- thread -- Malaria -- Cannibalism now and then. Butterfly -- Ichneumon flies and butterflies -- Out of synch -- Empty trucks -- House in a wood -- Photograph -- Beeches -- Like a wave breaking -- Ahead, behind -- tunnel and the open -- Time yet -- candle flame deprived of air -- spindle unwinds, winds, unwinds -- Relative matter of extension -- Solstices -- gift of flowers -- Cup of milk -- Shawls -- .first. -- en or the egg, chick-? -- Seven sentences. Subjects; Manners and customs. England Social life and customs ; Fiction. 1 Kg.…

First Edition. Near fine paperback copy; slightly dust-dulled and edge-bumped. Remains well-preserved overall. Physical description; 70 p. ; 20 cm. Subjects; English poetry Welsh authors 20th century. Poetry in English 1945- Texts. Salt -- Poetry. 1 Kg.

First Edition. Near fine paperback copy; edges very slightly dulled and slight creasing. Wrappers very slightly stained and sun-toned. Remains well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean. Physical description; 171 pages ; 22 cm. Subjects; 1900-1999. English poetry 20th century. English poetry. 1 Kg.…