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Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Encyclopaedias & reference works > Reference works > Dictionaries of biography (Who's Who)

The International Who's Who 2013 (Hardcover, 76th edition): Europa Publications The International Who's Who 2013 (Hardcover, 76th edition)
Europa Publications
R17,928 R14,438 Discovery Miles 144 380 Save R3,490 (19%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

When you need to source accurate information on the past history, achievements and current activities of leading world figures, from heads of state to sporting greats, Europa's The International Who's Who 2013 provides the answer. Published annually since 1935, The International Who's Who 2013 is your source for hard-to-find biographical details on over 25,000 of the world's most prominent and influential personalities. Each year, all the featured personalities are given the opportunity to update their entry, providing new information on education, artistic achievements, leisure interests, awards, contact details and much more. Users of the 2013 edition will benefit from: more than a thousand new entries covering a wide range of professions, from finance and politics to art, music and fashion detailed entries for those who have risen to the top of their field as well as the unsung heroes and up-and-coming stars hard-to-find contact information and career details, often provided by the entrants themselves and updated every year. Also available online at www.worldwhoswho.com, featuring thousands of click-through web links and email addresses, and advanced search functions enabling users to search by name, nationality, place and date of birth and by profession.

The International Who's Who 2012 (Hardcover, 75th edition): Europa Publications The International Who's Who 2012 (Hardcover, 75th edition)
Europa Publications
R19,097 Discovery Miles 190 970 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

When you need to source accurate information on the past history, achievements and current activities of leading world figures, from heads of state to sporting greats, Europa's The International Who's Who 2012 provides the answer.

Published annually since 1935, The International Who's Who 2012 is your source for hard-to-find biographical details on over 24,000 of the world's most prominent and influential personalities. Each year, all the featured personalities are given the opportunity to update their entry, providing new information on education, artistic achievements, leisure interests, awards, contact details and much more.

Users of the 2012 edition will benefit from:

  • more than a thousand new entries covering everything from finance and politics to art, music and fashion
  • detailed entries for those who have risen to the top of their field as well as the unsung heroes and up-and-coming stars
  • hard-to-find contact information and career details, often provided by the entrants themselves and updated every year.

Also available online at www.worldwhoswho.com, featuring thousands of click-through web links and email addresses, and advanced search functions enabling users to search by name, nationality, place and date of birth and by profession.

Eine Biographie ALS Politisches Mittel - Muhammad Abduh (1849-1905) Und Die Rebellion Des Ahmad Urabi in Der Rezeption Tahir... Eine Biographie ALS Politisches Mittel - Muhammad Abduh (1849-1905) Und Die Rebellion Des Ahmad Urabi in Der Rezeption Tahir At-Tanahis (Mudakkirat Al-Imam Muhammad Abduh) (German, Paperback, 1., Erstausgabe ed.)
Christopher Radler
R1,475 Discovery Miles 14 750 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
The International Who's Who 2010 (Hardcover, 73rd edition): Europa Publications The International Who's Who 2010 (Hardcover, 73rd edition)
Europa Publications
R16,854 Discovery Miles 168 540 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Published annually since 1935, the International Who s Who is now in its seventy-third edition. Providing hard-to-find biographical details for over 22,000 of the world s most prominent and influential personalities, this outstanding reference work records the lives and achievements of men and women from almost every profession and activity from heads of state to sporting greats.

The editorial team aims to include all those who have risen to the top of their field or profession from the headline makers to the unsung experts whose achievements and talents guarantee their inclusion. Entries are taken from across the world and from a broad sweep of professions, to include the leading figures from the worlds of science, medicine, business, finance, politics, international affairs, diplomacy, law, art, music, entertainment and fashion, to name but a few. There is also a separate section that details reigning royal families.

Also available online at www.worldwhoswho.com

New Makers of Modern Culture (Hardcover, New): Justin Wintle New Makers of Modern Culture (Hardcover, New)
Justin Wintle
R7,889 R6,955 Discovery Miles 69 550 Save R934 (12%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Justin Wintle published the biographical references "Makers of Modern Culture" and "Makers of Nineteenth-Century Culture" with Routledge at the beginning of the 1980s. The set was extremely successful and continues to be used to this day, due to the very high quality of the writing, the distinguished contributors, and the cultural sensitivity shown in the selection of those individuals included. "New Makers of Modern Culture" is the successor to these classic reference works, taking into full account the rise and fall of reputation and influence over the last 25 years and the epochal changes that have occurred: the collapse of Marxism as a valid discourse and the demise of the Soviet Union, the rise and fall of postmodernism, the eruption of Islamic fundamentalism, the triumph of the Internet. With its global reach, "New Makers of Modern" "Culture" is not just a reference record, but a multi-voiced witness of the contemporary thinking world.
Containing over eight hundred essay-style entries, and covering the period from 1850 to the present, "Makers" covers artists, writers, dramatists, architects, philosophers, anthropologists, scientists, sociologists, major political figures, composers and many others culturally significant individuals and is thoroughly international in its purview. Next to Karl Marx is Bob Marley, next to John Ruskin is Salmon Rushdie, alongside Darwin is Luigi Dallapiccola, Deng Xiaoping and Derrida rub shoulders, and Julia Kristeva and Kropotkin. Once again, Wintle has enlisted the services of many distinguished writers and leading academics, such as Sam Beer, Bernard Crick, Edward Seidensticker and Paul Preston. In a few cases, for example Michael Holroyd andPhilip Larkin, contributors are themselves the subject of entries (Philip Larkin's entry on Duke Ellington has been retained from the original work).
"New Makers of Modern Culture" will be widely acquired by both higher education and public libraries. Bibliographies are attached to entries and there is thorough cross- referencing. There is an index of names and key terms.

Who's Who in Twentieth Century Warfare (Hardcover, New): Spencer Tucker Who's Who in Twentieth Century Warfare (Hardcover, New)
Spencer Tucker
R3,588 Discovery Miles 35 880 Ships in 12 - 19 working days


This authoritative biographical guide to warfare in the twentieth century is at once fascinating reading and an invaluable work of reference for anyone interested in modern military history. As well as the First and Second World Wars, this Who's Who takes in key figures from conflicts in Vietnam, Korea and others. Those whose lives and careers are covered here include not only major military leaders, but also politicians, inventors and other key public figures central to the course of twentieth-century military history. From Che Guevara to Mao Zhedong, from Albert Speer to Norman Schwarzkopf, and from Josef Stalin to Charles de Gaulle - this volume's breadth of coverage makes it a unique and indispensable guide to an important and absorbing element of modern history.

eBook available with sample pages: 0203402537

Who's Who in Contemporary Women's Writing (Hardcover, New): Jane Eldridge Miller Who's Who in Contemporary Women's Writing (Hardcover, New)
Jane Eldridge Miller
R3,268 Discovery Miles 32 680 Ships in 12 - 19 working days


Unique in its breadth of coverage, Who's Who in Contemporary Women's Writing is a comprehensive, authoritative and enjoyable guide to women's fiction, prose, poetry and drama from around the world in the second half of the twentieth century. Over the course of 1000 entries by over 150 international contributors, a picture emerges of the incredible range of women's writing in our time, from Toni Morrison to Fleur Adcock- all are here. This book includes the established and well-loved but also opens up new worlds of modern literature which may be unfamiliar but are never less than fascinating.

Biography and Genealogy Master Index - Supplement (Hardcover): Jennifer Mossman Biography and Genealogy Master Index - Supplement (Hardcover)
Jennifer Mossman
R15,140 Discovery Miles 151 400 Out of stock
Contemporary Authors - A Bio-Bibliographical Guide to Current Writers in Fiction, General Nonfiction, Poetry, Journalism,... Contemporary Authors - A Bio-Bibliographical Guide to Current Writers in Fiction, General Nonfiction, Poetry, Journalism, Drama, Motion Pictures, Television, and Other Fields (Hardcover, 381st ed.)
Gale Research Inc
R8,805 Discovery Miles 88 050 Out of stock
Contemporary Authors New Revision Series - A Bio-Bibliographical Guide to Current Writers in Fiction, General Non-Fiction,... Contemporary Authors New Revision Series - A Bio-Bibliographical Guide to Current Writers in Fiction, General Non-Fiction, Poetry, Journalism, Drama, Motion Pictures, Television, and Other Fields (Hardcover, 295th ed.)
Gale Research Inc
R9,367 Discovery Miles 93 670 Out of stock
Contemporary Authors New Revision Series - A Bio-Bibliographical Guide to Current Writers in Fiction, General Non-Fiction,... Contemporary Authors New Revision Series - A Bio-Bibliographical Guide to Current Writers in Fiction, General Non-Fiction, Poetry, Journalism, Drama, Motion Pictures, Television, and Other Fields (Hardcover)
Gale Research Inc
R8,805 Discovery Miles 88 050 Out of stock
Something about the Author (Hardcover, 301st ed.): Lisa Kumar Something about the Author (Hardcover, 301st ed.)
Lisa Kumar
R6,018 Discovery Miles 60 180 Out of stock
Something about the Author (Hardcover, 304th ed.): Lisa Kumar Something about the Author (Hardcover, 304th ed.)
Lisa Kumar
R6,315 Discovery Miles 63 150 Out of stock
Contemporary Black Biography, Vol 32 (Hardcover): Ashyia N. Henderson Contemporary Black Biography, Vol 32 (Hardcover)
Ashyia N. Henderson
R2,992 Discovery Miles 29 920 Out of stock

Three times a year, this extraordinary reference series provides biographical profiles of important persons of African heritage. Whether they are personalities from the news, selected 20th-century notables, or individuals who are not yet household names, these are the men and women who are changing today's world and shaping the world of tomorrow.

Each volume of Contemporary Black Biography contains at least 65 full-length biographies written in an easy-to-follow prose style, ranging from 2 to 4 pages each. Arranged alphabetically, entries are divided by subheads for quick scanning. Sections cover: Portrait (as available)Date and place of birthEducational backgroundAddressCareer dataMembershipsAwards receivedDetailed prose essayComplete source citations

Contemporary Black Biography is not limited to coverage of only notable black Americans, nor is it restricted by a manufactured definition of "contemporary." Its multinational coverage spans this century and includes rising personalities as well as groundbreakers and newsmakers in a variety of fields.Contemporary Black Biography includes four cumulative indexes: Nationality: While concentrating on U.S. figures, this title also covers important personalities from other countries. Find them listed by nationality here.Occupation: Editors focus on biographies not typically found in other sources -- an eclectic blend of well-known and well-respected educators, physicians, politicians, activists, writers, clergy, military leaders, attorneys, as well as members of the more glamorous occupations such as athletes, fashion models and actorsSubjects: Events, places and organizations are cross-referenced to each entry. Use this index to identify key black individuals associated with such topics as the NAACP, the Montgomery Bus Boycott, Motown Records, Medicine, the Olympics and hundreds of othersName: As the only series devoted exclusively to black biography, Contemporary Black Biography's name index is the first place to look when you need information on contemporary black figures

Entries in the Contemporary Black Biography series can be accessed online through Gale Biographies on NEXIS. Each of the more than 100,000 profiles in Gale Biographies provides an intimate glimpse into the personal and professional life and times of the listee, including: birth/death date and place, family, education, career highlights and achievements, awards and honors, major works, sources of additional information and much more.

Authors and Artists for Young Adults - A Biographical Guide to Novelists, Poets, Playwrights Screenwriters, Lyricists,... Authors and Artists for Young Adults - A Biographical Guide to Novelists, Poets, Playwrights Screenwriters, Lyricists, Illustrators, Cartoonists, Animators, and Other Creative Artists (Hardcover)
Dwayne Hayes
R4,456 Discovery Miles 44 560 Out of stock

With Authors & Artists for Young Adults teens have a source where they can discover fascinating and entertaining facts about the writers, artists, film directors, graphic novelists, and other creative personalities that most interest them. International in scope, each volume contains 20-25 entries offering personal behind-the-scenes information, portraits, movie stills, bibliographies, a cumulative index and more.

For table of contents or other volume specific information see the entry for the volume.

Contemporary Musicians, Vol 35 - Profiles of the People in Music (Hardcover): Leigh Ann Deremer Contemporary Musicians, Vol 35 - Profiles of the People in Music (Hardcover)
Leigh Ann Deremer
R3,260 Discovery Miles 32 600 Out of stock

While popular music in all its varied forms is a source of common interest and an insatiable curiosity among readers of all ages, thorough biographical information about its stars and superstars can be difficult to find.

Consult this ongoing reference series for biographical information on more than 3,600 important figures in today's musical arena. Covering all genres of modern music, Contemporary Musicians profiles artists involved in rock, jazz, pop, rap, rhythm and blues, folk New Age, country, gospel and reggae.

Contemporary Black Biography, Vol 36 (Hardcover): Ashyia N. Henderson Contemporary Black Biography, Vol 36 (Hardcover)
Ashyia N. Henderson
R2,992 Discovery Miles 29 920 Out of stock

Three times a year, this extraordinary reference series provides biographical profiles of important persons of African heritage. Whether they are personalities from the news, selected 20th-century notables, or individuals who are not yet household names, these are the men and women who are changing today's world and shaping the world of tomorrow.

Each volume of Contemporary Black Biography contains at least 65 full-length biographies written in an easy-to-follow prose style, ranging from 2 to 4 pages each. Arranged alphabetically, entries are divided by subheads for quick scanning. Sections cover: Portrait (as available)Date and place of birthEducational backgroundAddressCareer dataMembershipsAwards receivedDetailed prose essayComplete source citations

Contemporary Black Biography is not limited to coverage of only notable black Americans, nor is it restricted by a manufactured definition of "contemporary." Its multinational coverage spans this century and includes rising personalities as well as groundbreakers and newsmakers in a variety of fields.Contemporary Black Biography includes four cumulative indexes: Nationality: While concentrating on U.S. figures, this title also covers important personalities from other countries. Find them listed by nationality here.Occupation: Editors focus on biographies not typically found in other sources -- an eclectic blend of well-known and well-respected educators, physicians, politicians, activists, writers, clergy, military leaders, attorneys, as well as members of the more glamorous occupations such as athletes, fashion models and actorsSubjects: Events, places and organizations are cross-referenced to each entry. Use this index to identify key black individuals associated with such topics as the NAACP, the Montgomery Bus Boycott, Motown Records, Medicine, the Olympics and hundreds of othersName: As the only series devoted exclusively to black biography, Contemporary Black Biography's name index is the first place to look when you need information on contemporary black figures

Entries in the Contemporary Black Biography series can be accessed online through Gale Biographies on NEXIS. Each of the more than 100,000 profiles in Gale Biographies provides an intimate glimpse into the personal and professional life and times of the listee, including: birth/death date and place, family, education, career highlights and achievements, awards and honors, major works, sources of additional information and much more.

Dictionary of Literary Biography Yearbook 2001 (Hardcover, 2001 ed.): Matthew J. Bruccoli, Richard Layman Dictionary of Literary Biography Yearbook 2001 (Hardcover, 2001 ed.)
Matthew J. Bruccoli, Richard Layman
R6,701 Discovery Miles 67 010 Out of stock

This annual compendium includes original material covering a given year's literary highlights, including obituaries and tributes. The Yearbook provides signed essays summarizing the year in poetry, fiction, biography, drama and children's books we well as scholarly articles, interviews, biographies and critical studies covering events, organizations, works, writers and the business of literature. Volumes include lists of award and honors winners; a necrology; a cumulative index; and more.

Dlb 354 - Norweigen Writers, 1500-1900 (Hardcover): Lanae H. Isaacson Dlb 354 - Norweigen Writers, 1500-1900 (Hardcover)
Lanae H. Isaacson
R8,597 Discovery Miles 85 970 Out of stock

This award-winning multi-volume series is dedicated to making literature and its creators better understood and more accessible to students and interested readers, while satisfying the standards of librarians, teachers and scholars. Dictionary of Literary Biography provides reliable information in an easily comprehensible format, while placing writers in the larger perspective of literary history. Dictionary of Literary Biography systematically presents career biographies and criticism of writers from all eras and all genres through volumes dedicated to specific types of literature and time periods. For a listing of Dictionary of Literary Biography volumes sorted by genre click here. 01

Contemporary Musicians - Profiles of the People in Music (Hardcover): Tracie Moy Contemporary Musicians - Profiles of the People in Music (Hardcover)
Tracie Moy
R4,978 Discovery Miles 49 780 Out of stock

Consult this reference for biographical information on more than 4, 500 figures in todays musical arena. Covering all genres of modern music, Contemporary Musicians profiles artists involved in rock, jazz, pop, rap, rhythm and blues, folk, New Age, country, gospel and reggae. Looking for information on Front man Trent Reznor? Need a list of Van Cliburns early recordings or background details on Johnny Mercers musical career? Music lovers, students, teachers, journalists and other researchers will appreciate and enjoy the lively and descriptive essays of this excellent series. Contemporary Musicians offers biographical statistics, detailed source information, critical essays, selected discographies and, whenever available addresses for the leaders, the legends and the up-and-coming celebrities of popular and classical music. Also provided is a list of selected books, magazines, newspapers and other sources where more information can be found. Nearly every entry contains a photograph of the featured subject. This source is up-to-date with coverage of the performers and writers who interest readers, drawn from the various musical genres as represented by the breakdown of record sales. The series also covers past artists whose accomplishments still have an impact on todays music. This reference is appealing to students because of its contemporary focus, easy format and style. Each volume is alphabeticall

Something about the Author (Hardcover): Lisa Kumar Something about the Author (Hardcover)
Lisa Kumar
R5,344 Discovery Miles 53 440 Out of stock

An easy-to-use source for librarians, students and other researchers, each volume of this series provides illustrated biographical articles on approximately 70 childrens authors and artists. The series covers more than 10, 000 individuals, ranging from established award winners to authors and illustrators who are just beginning their careers. Entries cover: personal life, career, writings and works in progress, adaptations, additional sources and photographs. This title is now available in eBook format through Gale Virtual Reference Library. Gale Virtual Reference Library is taking eBooks to the next level by delivering a wealth of reference content in a database format. This valuable new product allows libraries of any size - based on users needs and usage patterns - to develop collections at their own pace and within their own budget.

Contemporary Black Biography - Profiles from the International Black Community (Hardcover, 130th ed.): Margaret Mazurkiewicz Contemporary Black Biography - Profiles from the International Black Community (Hardcover, 130th ed.)
Margaret Mazurkiewicz
R4,760 Discovery Miles 47 600 Out of stock
Nineteenth-Century Literature Criticism - Excerpts from Criticism of the Works of Nineteenth-Century Novelists, Poets,... Nineteenth-Century Literature Criticism - Excerpts from Criticism of the Works of Nineteenth-Century Novelists, Poets, Playwrights, Short-Story Writers, & Other Creative Writers (Hardcover)
Gale Research Inc
R10,130 Discovery Miles 101 300 Out of stock
Nineteenth-Century Literature Criticism - Excerpts from Criticism of the Works of Nineteenth-Century Novelists, Poets,... Nineteenth-Century Literature Criticism - Excerpts from Criticism of the Works of Nineteenth-Century Novelists, Poets, Playwrights, Short-Story Writers, & Other Creative Writers (Hardcover)
Gale Research Inc
R10,130 Discovery Miles 101 300 Out of stock
Contemporary Authors New Revision Series - A Bio-Bibliographical Guide to Current Writers in Fiction, General Non-Fiction,... Contemporary Authors New Revision Series - A Bio-Bibliographical Guide to Current Writers in Fiction, General Non-Fiction, Poetry, Journalism, Drama, Motion Pictures, Television, and Other Fields (Hardcover)
Gale Research Inc
R10,153 Discovery Miles 101 530 Out of stock
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