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The Boy Behind the Curtain is a deeply personal collection of true stories and essays that explore how Tim Winton's childhood experiences have shaped his views on life. This poignant and humorous...

The Iron Curtain: My Rugby Journey from League to Union By Phil Larder and Nicholas Bishop This autobiography tells the story of rugby pioneer Phil Larder, who broke through the barrier between rugby...

The end of the world... How do you react to that thought? Max Lucado explores this question in his book Life Lessons from Revelation. In a dream, the apostle John was given a glimpse of heaven and...

The Cold War was fought mostly in the shadows, with superpowers manoeuvring for strategic advantage. This book explores how intelligence organizations from both sides of the Iron Curtain gathered and...

In the spring of 1986, Kiev was bathed in vibrant colours as the winter's chill began to fade. The city's residents looked forward to a new season, but little did they know that their lives were...

The Curtain: An Essay in Seven Parts by Milan Kundera In this thought-provoking collection of seven essays, Milan Kundera explores the history and value of the novel, arguing that its true...

Richard Wright's Black Power is a powerful nonfiction work that chronicles the author's journey to Africa's Gold Coast before it became Ghana. This impassioned account speaks eloquently of...

Ion Curtain by Anya Ow In a tense interstellar Cold War between the UN and Russia, humanity's survival hangs in the balance. A powerful artificial intelligence has been discovered on a destroyed...

The Tortilla Curtain by T. C. Boyle is a gripping novel that explores the complex relationships between two men from different worlds. When Delaney Mossbacher, a wealthy Californian, encounters a...

The Garden, the Curtain and the Cross This beautifully illustrated hardback storybook takes children on a journey from the Garden of Eden to God's perfect new creation. It presents a memorable and...

Behind the Crimson Curtain by E. B. Golden is a captivating fantasy debut that weaves together elements of magic, rebellion, and romance. On the coal-choked island of Luisonn, a tyrannical regime...

Behind the Curtains is an autobiography by Thomas Wells, detailing his remarkable recovery from a life-changing accident that left him with spinal cord injury and paralysis. After struggling to...

Curtain is the final major project of Steve Ditko's career, spanning over 900 pages of new material. Originally published in 27 comic books between 2008 and his death in 2018, this body of work has...

Curtain of Rain by Tew Bunnag is a story that weaves together two lives and their intertwined memories. A long-suppressed memory comes alive, pulling its owner back to the place of its origin, where...

The Curtain Never Moved is a heart-wrenching true story about the author's childhood, which seemed idyllic until her mother's untimely death from cancer. After this devastating loss, the author's...

The House of Curtains by G. H. Teed is a long complete novel of detective adventure abroad.Published in 2021, this new volume brings exciting additions to the Sexton Blake Library series.Order now...

T.C. Boyle's "The Tortilla Curtain" is a powerful exploration of assimilation and the American Dream. In this tragicomic novel, two couples from different worlds collide in unexpected ways, leading...

Behind the Iron Curtain: Confession of a Soviet Architect by Feliks Novikov is a unique insight into the life and work of one of the last surviving Soviet architects. Born in 1927, Novikov recounts...

Perforating the Iron Curtain: European Détente, Transatlantic Relations, and the Cold War, 1965-1985 This collection of essays provides a detailed account of the European détente process, shedding...

Behind the scenes at the Royal Opera House, a world of magic and music awaits. This behind-the-scenes tour takes readers from department to department, revealing what's involved in putting on a...

Uncover the hidden forces that shape our world with Johnny Cirucci's latest investigation into the mysterious Illuminati. Building on his previous work, Cirucci delves deeper into the history behind...

Brian Evenson's The Open Curtain is a contemporary gothic tale that explores the apocalyptic connection between religion and violence. When Rudd stumbles upon a dark secret while researching a school...

Behind the Curtain by Beth Kery is a seductive standalone romance that explores the intense connection between two people from different worlds. Journalist Asher Gaites returns to his hometown of...

Behind the Iron Curtain, life was full of everyday struggles and desires. In this humorous memoir, Oliver Fritz recounts his experiences growing up in East Germany, where kids dreamed of retirement...

Karolina, Or the Torn Curtain by Maryla Szymiczkowa is a gripping mystery that combines elements of comedy and crime. When Karolina, her maid, goes missing and is later found dead, Zofia Turbotyńska...

Learn to create beautiful window coverings for every room in your home with this comprehensive guide. Rebecca Yaker shares her expertise to help you measure, cut, and sew your own curtains, from...

The curtain is about to go up on a Women's Guild variety and dramatic show when disaster strikes. One of the leads loses her voice, setting off a chain of calamities that are only partially...

Set in the immediate post-war years, this is the third in a series of stories featuring Inspector Vignoles, a railway detective working out of Leicester Central station, on the London Extension...

Behind the Presidential Curtain: A Unique Insight into Paul Kagame's Life. Noble Marara, a former bodyguard of Rwandan President Paul Kagame, shares his remarkable experience working closely with the...

Behind the Pine Curtain by Gerri Hill is a poignant and powerful novel about the enduring power of love and identity. Fifteen years after being forced to leave her hometown, Jacqueline Keys returns...

The Heart's Curtain Poems by Madeleine Onraet is a collection of poems that emerge from years of meditation and inquiry into the nature of suffering. Through her search for understanding, Madeleine...

The curtain falls to reveal a story of love and tragedy. In 1952, two young lovers met in secret at the Southern Cross theatre in London's West End. Their relationship was marked by clandestine...

Behind the Curtain is a fascinating exploration of the changing landscape of Eastern European football since the fall of communism. Jonathan Wilson delves into the world of football behind the old...

The Second Curtain by Roy Fuller is a gripping crime novel that explores the darker side of human nature. When an old friend's disappearance sets off a chain of events, middle-aged writer George...

The Sewing Bible - Curtains by Wendy Gardiner is a comprehensive guide for sewers of all abilities looking to create beautiful curtains for their homes. This book features twelve projects from a...

Red Curtain Up by Beryl Grey A culturally significant work now available in paperback. This publication is in the public domain and can be freely copied and distributed within the United States...

Iron Curtain A Love Story by Vesna Goldsworthy is a piercingly evocative East-West love story that stands out for its sharp wit and tender precision. Set against the backdrop of the 1980s, this novel...

Window Shopping Through the Iron Curtain presents a unique collection of images capturing the commercial aesthetic of Eastern Europe during the late 20th century. Between 1986 and 1990, photographer...

Tanks at the Iron Curtain 1960-75 by Steven J. Zaloga is a detailed analysis of the technology and tanks that faced off against each other on opposite sides of the Iron Curtain during the height of...

The curtain is about to fall, but disaster strikes. In this Pathfinder Second Edition adventure, four 18th-level characters must become heroes once again as they scramble to untangle and stand...

The Final Curtain: Obituaries of Fifty Great Actors by Michael Coveney is a unique collection of obituaries that bring to life the lives and careers of some of the most notable actors of our time...

Iron Curtain: A Love StoryA story of love, betrayal, and lost illusions set against the backdrop of the Cold War's end. Milena, a Red Princess trapped in luxury, finds herself drawn to Jason, a...

The Icon Curtain: The Cold War's Quiet Border By Yuliya Komska University of Chicago Press, 2015 In the heart of Europe's oldest borderlands lies a lesser-known landscape that challenges our...

The Swish of the Curtain Blue Door 1 Pamela Brown In a small town, seven resourceful children share a dream of being famous. One day, they stumble upon a disused chapel and turn it into a theatre...

Czechoslovakia Behind the Curtain: Life, Work and Culture in the Communist Era offers a nuanced perspective on life under communism. Drawing on interviews with over 100 Czechs and Slovaks, Thomas K...

Behind the Teak Curtain offers a unique insight into rural politics and development in Burma. First published in 2006, this fieldwork-based study examines how one of the world's most repressive...

The Long Covid Self-Help Guide offers a practical and accessible solution for managing symptoms of this condition. Written by medical experts who have worked with Long Covid patients, this handbook...

Behind The Curtain: My Life and Rocky Horror is a unique insight into the creation and success of The Rocky Horror Show. Martin Fitzgibbon, the drummer recruited for the show's launch in 1973, shares...

The Final Curtain by Keigo Higashino is a gripping mystery that weaves together two seemingly unrelated cases. In Tokyo, Detective Michiko Oshitani's lifeless body is discovered in an apartment...

Behind the Curtain: A Chilling Exposé of the Banking Industry In 1968, a landmark court case in Credit River, Minnesota, USA, shed light on a shocking truth about the banking industry. First National...

Curtain Up! offers practical advice and expert guidance for anyone involved in putting on a theatre production. This comprehensive guide covers every aspect of staging a show, from planning to...

Czechoslovakia Behind the Iron Curtain is a historical account of life in communist Czechoslovakia during the 20th century. The book explores the experiences of ordinary people living under the...

The Final Curtain by Keigo Higashino is a gripping mystery that brings together two seemingly unrelated cases in unexpected ways.A decade ago, Detective Kyoichiro Kaga's mother went missing under...

Behind That Curtain is the third novel in Earl Derr Biggers' Charlie Chan series. Set primarily in California, this mystery follows Sir Frederic Bruce, a former head of Scotland Yard, as he pursues a...

The Curtain and the Wall: A Modern Journey Along Europe's Cold War Border by Timothy Phillips. Tracing the full length of the old Iron Curtain from the Arctic Circle to Turkey's eastern border, this...

Curtains? The Future of the Arts in America by Michael M. Kaiser explores the current state of arts institutions and the challenges they face in the 21st century. The author argues that unless steps...

Drawing the Iron Curtain: Jews and the Golden Age of Soviet Animation By Maya Balakirsky Katz The American perception of the Soviet Union as a cultural wasteland is at odds with the reality of its...

The Iron Curtain Over America This book offers a unique perspective on the internal decay and external threats facing American society, revealing the underlying forces driving these issues. The...

Hercule Poirot's final case is a mystery that will keep you guessing until the very end. When one of the guests at a country house is accused of being a five-time murderer, even the great detective...

Ten Minutes to Curtain! is a collection of ten short plays written for young actors. These stories cover a wide range of life experiences, from unexpected reunions to surprising revelations.The...

An Old Carriage with Curtains is the concluding novel in a trilogy that has become a landmark of Palestinian fiction. Set against the backdrop of decades of historical change and displacement, this...

Curtain Call by Graham Hurley is a contemporary thriller that delves into the world of politics and power. When investigative journalist Mitch Culligan seeks out Enora Andresson, a successful actress...

Behind the Royal Curtains: A Unique Look at the Royals' Private Lives Not in Front of the Corgis is a fascinating miscellany that delves into the lesser-known aspects of the Royal Family's lives...

Walking the Iron Curtain: A 3,000-Mile Journey Through the End and Afterlife of the Cold WarThis major new book explores the legacy of the Iron Curtain, tracing its route from deep inside the Arctic...

The Nonconformists: American and Czech Writers across the Iron Curtain By Brian K. Goodman Harvard University Press, 2023 In the shadow of the Iron Curtain, a network of writers bridged cultural...

When the Curtain FallsA magical and romantic tale of love, tragedy, and revenge, set against the enchanting backdrop of London's West End theatres.In this spellbinding story, two young lovers meet in...

The Face of Your Business: Develop Your Signature Style and Grow Your Business with VideoCreating effective video content is crucial for business growth, but it's not just about the message - it's...

The Curtain and the Wall: A Modern Journey Along Europe's Cold War BorderA landmark journey from the Arctic Circle to the Turkish border, tracing the history of the Cold War and meeting the people...

Curtain: Poirot's Last Case is a gripping mystery novel by Agatha Christie, featuring the iconic detective Hercule Poirot. The story takes place at Styles, the venue of Poirot's first investigation,...

Operation Iron Curtain by Frédéric Zumbiehl is a gripping tale of espionage and betrayal set against the backdrop of the Cold War. In 1961, a scientist working on a top-secret Soviet project makes a...

Aortic Heart Valve Replacement Through the Dark Curtain by John Stibravy offers honest and practical advice for coping with aortic heart valve replacement surgery. Written from personal experience,...

Behind the Curtain: A Glimpse into the Hidden Life of a Special Needs Family The Shepler family's chaotic routine may seem ordinary at first, but appearances can be deceiving. Their lives are filled...

The Final Curtain: Burma 1941-1945 is a collection of interviews with some of the few surviving veterans of this most arduous campaign. Conducted over seventy-five years ago, these accounts offer a...

The play revolves around a shooting that takes a deadly turn. When the show opens at the Grosvenor Theatre to a packed house, Brandon Baker is killed by a real bullet. As another member of the...

Curtain: Poirot's Last Case is Agatha Christie's masterpiece, now available in a print-on-demand edition suited to readers of classic detective fiction.A wheelchair-bound Hercule Poirot returns to...

Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh's 1957 European tour was a theatrical phenomenon that has largely gone untold. David Barry now brings to light the inside story of this incredible production, which...

Raising the Curtain: Technology Success Stories from Performing Arts Leaders and Artists offers practical insights into harnessing technology to grow audiences and increase impact in theater, dance,...

The Final Curtain: the Art of Dying on Stage by Laurence Senelick explores how actors have represented death in theatre over time. From the selective deaths of ancient Greek tragedy to the stylized...

At the end of World War II, the Soviet Union found itself in control of a vast territory in Eastern Europe. Anne Applebaum's book explores how Stalin's regime converted these countries to communism,...

Newspaper Curtains Who Really Knows What Lies Behind? In 1960s England, two teenage girls from different worlds are forced into a desperate situation. Their lives become entwined with a handsome...

The Genius Under the Table: Growing Up Behind the Iron CurtainEugene Yelchin recounts his childhood in Cold War Russia with equal amounts charm and solemnity, sharing a darkly humorous slice-of-life...

A sultry summer afternoon in 1936 sets the stage for a gripping tale of love, death, and deception. When a young woman witnesses an attempted murder in a London hotel room, she finds herself...

Things are amiss at 99 Maple Lane. Ingrid's dad's job is in jeopardy and her brother Ty's moodiness is causing concern. Meanwhile, a new soccer coach has taken over, but their icy demeanor raises...

Tim Moore embarks on a 9,000km journey along the Iron Curtain Trail on a tiny East German shopping bike, tackling the harsh Arctic winter and the remnants of the Cold War.As he pedals through 20...

Danny Devereux's life has been a fragile entity, shaped by memory and the passage of time. As he reflects on his meteoric rise to fame, he reveals the power games that propelled him to the top - and...

Two weeks in Eastern Europe during the fall of the Iron Curtain proved to be more than just a chance encounter for four friends and political consultants. In 1990, Kelly Kimball, Trish Whitcomb,...

The Belly of the Bear: An FBI Journey Behind the New Iron Curtain by Jeffrey Iverson. This account chronicles the collaboration between the FBI and former Soviet authorities in response to the influx...

Behind the Academic Curtain: A Practical Guide to Success and Happiness with a PhD Life as a PhD candidate can be overwhelming, with rapid immersion in your discipline, intense competition for...

Behind the Kaiju Curtain: A Journey Onto Japan's Biggest Film Sets by Norman England is an entertaining and insightful account of the Japanese film industry. Join well-known directors, cast, and...

All Quiet in Peking Final Curtain Call by Liu Heping is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of language and identity. Set against the backdrop of China's tumultuous past, this...

Operation Rollback: A Secret War Behind the Iron Curtain In 1945, the United States and the Soviet Union began secretly mobilizing forces against each other, laying the groundwork for the Cold War...

Curtain Down at Her Majesty's: A Glimpse into Queen Victoria's Final DaysBased on fascinating first-hand accounts, this book offers a unique perspective on the life and impact of one of history's...

After the fall of the Iron Curtain, people across Eastern Europe saw their lives transformed in just a few years. Labor markets were disrupted and the meanings attached to work were drastically...

When The Curtain Falls marks a new and harrowing chapter in Meg Castleton's investigations. A seemingly elegant wedding celebration turns into horror when a dismembered body is discovered, drawing...

The films of David Lynch are often shrouded in mystery. His dreamscapes feature bizarre characters and obscure symbols, leaving audiences both perplexed and transfixed. This enigmatic quality has led...

When Caton accepts a position as her boss's wife's personal assistant, she's not sure what to expect. But meeting Amelia, the wife in question, sets off a chain of events that challenges everything...

Sarah Thomson and Marco Donato's complicated love affair continues, their passion deep but both wary of exposing vulnerabilities. Meanwhile, Sarah researches a new subject. In 1930s Germany,...

Behind Blue Curtains: A True Crime Memoir of an Amish Woman's Survival, Escape, and Pursuit of Justice by Lizzy Hershberger. Lizzy Hershberger's story is one of survival, courage, and the unyielding...

A young British student's arrival in Russia in 1992 offers a unique glimpse into life in the country after 74 years of communism. As he explores this fascinating land, he finds himself navigating a...

Singer(R) Sewing Custom Curtains, Shades, and Top Treatments is a comprehensive guide to creating professional-looking window treatments for your home. With this book, you'll learn how to plan and...