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In Desert and Wilderness is a thrilling adventure saga that follows two young children, separated from their fathers, as they navigate the dangers of Africa's desert storms and treacherous jungles...

A comprehensive atlas of the world's deserts and drylands, featuring stunning color photographs, maps, and infographics. This reference book explores the diverse ecosystems and environments found in...

American Desert is a thought-provoking novel by Percival Everett, a writer known for his intelligent and imaginative storytelling. This book is a compelling exploration of the human experience,...

St. Antony of the Desert, the Father of Monasticism, is a fascinating account of his life as recorded by his friend, St. Athanasius. This book is filled with stories of miracles, wisdom, and...

Desert Royal by Jean Sasson is an updated edition of the author's memoir, featuring an all-new chapter and a letter from Sultana herself. In this book, readers are given a glimpse into life in Saudi...

Scott Brodie is a man you send in when others can't solve a case. Now he's on the hunt for Kyle Mercer, a former Delta Force operative who has gone rogue. A video released by his Taliban captors made...

Desert Solitaire: A Season in the WildernessEdward Abbey's poignant and poetic account of his time as a seasonal ranger in the American wilderness is a powerful exploration of the tension between...

Desertion in the Time of Vietnam: A MemoirAt twenty-three, Jack Todd was living his dream - happy, employed as a reporter for the Miami Herald, and in love with his Cuban American girlfriend. But as...

Find comfort and guidance in the words of God's Word. This devotional book offers 366 daily readings to help you navigate life's challenges and find reassurance in times of need.With a collection of...

Deserts cover one third of the earth's land surface, yet they remain a mysterious and captivating environment. In "The Immeasurable World: A Desert Journey", William Atkins embarks on a three-year...

Streams in the Desert is a powerful collection of 366 devotions that offer a refreshing daily dip into God's purpose, plan, and enduring promise. Written by L B E Cowman and Charles E. Cowman, this...

Palm Springs Modern Houses in the California Desert showcases the iconic homes of midcentury modernism, designed by renowned architects such as Neutra, Frey, and Lautner. This book explores the...

Silence and Honey Cakes: The Wisdom of the Desert by Rowan Williams In this thought-provoking book, Rowan Williams explores the spirituality of the desert fathers and mothers, a group of Christian...

Waris Dirie's life is a testament to the human spirit's capacity for resilience and transformation. Born into a traditional family of desert nomads, she was forced to endure a traumatic experience at...

Desert Girl, Monsoon BoyTwo children's lives are shaped by the extreme weather of India, yet their experiences are worlds apart. As the weather intensifies, their families and animals must flee to...

A Fool in the Desert: Journeys in Libya by Barbara Toy is a culturally significant work that has been preserved and made available to the public. Originally published in the public domain, this book...

The Way of the Heart: The Spirituality of the Desert Fathers and MothersThis book interweaves the solitude, silence, and prayer of the fourth- and fifth-century Egyptian Desert Fathers and Mothers...

Desert Venom A Cold War Novella by James Blatch is set against the backdrop of 1957 Iraq, a time of great turmoil. The Royal Air Force has been asked to leave, and junior pilot Rob May is thrust into...

Born of the Desert is a gripping account of the early years of the SAS, a unit that earned a reputation for stealth, daring, and audacity in the Western Desert Campaign. Malcolm James, who served as...

Desert God is a gripping novel of Ancient Egypt, set against the backdrop of a centuries-old conflict with a powerful enemy. Wilbur Smith weaves a tale of intrigue, adventure and strategy, as a hero...

Ibn Saud: The Desert Warrior and His Legacy by Michael Darlow and Barbara Bray is a biography that explores the life of one of the most influential figures in modern Middle Eastern history. Born into...

Edge of Taos Desert: An Escape to Reality is a remarkable account of Mabel Sterne's journey to the American West in 1917. As a patron of the arts and spokeswoman for the New York avant-garde, she...

The Desert Mothers Spiritual Practices from the Women of the Wilderness by Mary C. Earle Discover the unique spirituality of the Desert Mothers, holy women who went into the wilderness to give...

Deserter: A Hidden History of the Second World WarA deeply personal and thought-provoking study of three men who chose to flee the conflict, Charles Glass sheds light on a previously under-explored...

The Desert Spear by Peter V. Brett In the world of the Demon Cycle, a new figure emerges from the desert, claiming to be the Deliverer. But is he a saviour or a destroyer? Arlen Bales, once a humble...

Disabled Ecologies: Lessons from a Wounded DesertA powerful analysis and call to action that reveals disability as one of the defining features of environmental devastation and resistance. This book...

The Long Range Desert Group in the Aegean By Brendan O'Carroll Pen & Sword Military, 2020 Hardcover, 310 pages In the summer of 1943, British forces occupied the Dodecanese Islands in the Aegean to...

Learn to survive in one of the harshest environments on Earth with Bear Grylls' expert guidance. This comprehensive guide covers essential skills for navigating, finding food and water, and building...

The Solace of Fierce Landscapes: Exploring Desert and Mountain Spirituality In the wilderness, we often find ourselves drawn to the silence and indifference of nature. This paradoxical solace is at...

The Physics of Blown Sand and Desert Dunes is a comprehensive study of the origin and evolution of dunes, written by a leading authority on the subject. The book presents the author's wind-tunnel...

Agnes Pelton Desert Transcendentalist is the first complete survey of an underrecognized American modernist in over two decades. This book sheds light on the remarkable influence of Agnes Pelton,...

Streams in the Desert is a powerful collection of 366 daily devotional readings to refresh and renew your spirit. Written by L.B.E. Cowman and updated for a modern audience, this book offers a river...

Rommel?' 'Gunner Who?' A Confrontation in the Desert is the second volume of Spike Milligan's legendary memoirs. This outrageous and hilarious account of life as a gunner in World War Two sees our...

The Long Range Desert Group in World War II by Gavin Mortimer Established in June 1940 as a brainchild of Major Ralph Bagnold, the Long Range Desert Group (LRDG) played a crucial role in the North...

By Steppe, Desert, and Ocean is a sweeping narrative that spans over 10,000 years, from the origins of farming around 9000 BC to the expansion of the Mongols in the thirteenth century AD. This "big...

The R Patrol Long Range Desert Group is a unique and fascinating account of New Zealand's contribution to the war effort in North Africa. This book tells the story of the unit's formation, its early...

The Forgotten Desert Mothers Sayings, Lives, and Stories of Early Christian Women by Laura Swan For centuries, the history of early Christianity has been shaped by the men who led the movement...

The Sayings of the Desert Fathers: The Apophthegmata Patrum The Sayings of the Desert Fathers, a collection of wisdom from early Christian ascetics, offer guidance on the path to salvation. Written...

Desert Oracle Volume 1: A Collection of Strange and Wonderful Tales from the American Southwest In the vast expanse of the American Southwest, a unique voice has emerged, weaving together the threads...

The Desert Fathers Sayings of the Early Christian Monks by Benedicta Ward The Desert Fathers were ordinary Christians who chose to renounce the world and live lives of celibacy, fasting, vigil,...

The Well at the Desert's Heart - Verses of Healing by Tony Bowland offers a profound exploration of grief, love, and the human experience. In this collection of remarkable verses, Bowland weaves...

A powerful and moving account of one man's struggle against neurofibromatosis, a debilitating disease with no cure. This drama tells the story of the author's experiences and won the 2001 American...

While Drowning in the Desert is a gripping novel by Don Winslow, featuring grad student/private eye Neal Carey. Neal's latest assignment is to escort Natty Silver, a charismatic but troubled...

The Desert and the Sea: 977 Days Captive on the Somali Pirate Coast by Michael Scott Moore. In January 2012, Michael Scott Moore embarked on a journey to write about piracy in the Horn of Africa...

Desert Edens explores how technological advances and colonial fears inspired utopian geoengineering projects in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. From the 1870s to the mid-twentieth...

The Long Range Desert Group's pioneering work in long-range desert warfare during World War II is revealed in this fascinating study of their specialized vehicles, kit, and techniques. The LRDG's use...

Cocos Island and the Treasure of Lima A Desert Island Myth by Stephen Cooper explores the enduring legend of a buried treasure in the Pacific Ocean. Between 1850 and 1978, over 500 expeditions were...

The Men Who Made the SAS: The History of the Long Range Desert Group Established in June 1940, the Long Range Desert Group was a pioneering organisation that played a crucial role in the war effort...

Desert Armour Tank Warfare in North Africa: Beda Fomm to Operation Crusader, 1940-41 The North African theatre of World War II was often overshadowed by the more prominent campaigns in Europe and the...

Explore the forgotten places that lie beyond the edge of history. Travis Elborough takes you on a journey to 40 abandoned and deserted destinations around the globe, from ancient ruins to modern...

Desert Star by Michael ConnellyLAPD detective Renée Ballard and Harry Bosch team up to hunt a brutal killer who has evaded justice for years, leaving a trail of devastating family murders in his wake...

Fifteen years have passed since the end of the war with demons, creatures of darkness who have hunted the night and plagued humanity since time out of mind. The heroes of humanity's hour of need have...

The ESV Teen Study Bible (Hardcover, Desert Sun) is an essential resource for teenagers seeking to deepen their understanding of the Bible. Edited by pastor Jon Nielson, this study bible features a...

The Sayings and Stories of the Desert Fathers and Mothers Volume 1; A-H (Êta) by Terrence Kardong offers a new translation of the Greek alphabetical Apophthegmata Patrum, providing extensive...

First published in 1925, Streams in the Desert is a timeless collection of daily devotional readings that have inspired countless readers for nearly a century.Written by Lettie B. Cowman, this slim...

Discover 101 fascinating geography facts that will challenge your understanding of our world. From surprising revelations about the ocean's hidden treasures to mind-bending misconceptions about the...

The Desert ChallengeSophie loves activity camp, but her fear of insects is holding her back. When she's given a compass by one of the other boys, Sophie finds herself transported to the desert for a...

The Matrix and Philosophy: Welcome to the Desert of the Real A collection of 20 new essays exploring philosophical problems raised by the iconic sci-fi movie. This book delves into questions about...

The Definitive Desert Island Discs 80 Years of Castaways by Ian Gittins A unique tribute to the music that defines and shapes us, this book revisits some of the most remarkable life stories from the...

Captain Shakespear Desert Exploration, Arabian Intrigue and the Rise of Ibn Sa'ud By Alan Dillon In 1909, Captain William Henry Irvine Shakespear embarked on a perilous journey into the unknown...

The Battle that Turned the Tide: A Thrilling Account of El Alamein. In November 1942, the British victory at El Alamein marked a turning point in World War II. Yet, despite its significance, this...

The Long Range Desert Group: A Legendary Fighting Force In 1940, the Long Range Desert Group was formed as the first Allied Special Forces unit, operating behind enemy lines in North Africa. Its...

The Long Range Desert Group in North Africa By Brendan O'Carroll This comprehensive and well-researched book tells the story of the LRDG, the first British special force unit formed in 1940 for...

Brooke Wyeth returns home to Palm Springs after a six-year absence, bringing with her a memoir that will dredge up a pivotal and tragic event in her family's history. Her parents are reluctant to...

The earth is in great peril due to humanity's destructive actions. Global poverty, starvation, and desertification are widespread issues that require a fundamental shift in our approach to the...

The Long Range Desert Group: The History of the Elite British Army Unit During World War II The fighting in North Africa during World War II is often overlooked, aside from the famous battle at El...

Operation Telic and the Liberation of Iraq offers an intimate account of the author's experiences as a reserve officer with 7 Armoured (the Desert Rats) and 19 Mechanized Brigade during Operation...

A Killer's Wife by Victor Methos is a gripping thriller that delves into the darkest corners of the human psyche. When a series of brutal murders echoes the crimes of her ex-husband, a prosecutor is...

The Lies of the Ajungo by Moses Ose Utomi is a gripping novella that follows Tutu's perilous quest to bring water back to his city and save his mother's life. In a world where the Ajungo Empire holds...

Churchill's Desert Rats in North Africa, Burma, Sicily and Italy 7th Armoured Division's Campaigns, 1940-1943This meticulously researched book explores the early campaigns and battles that earned the...

Dan Morrice's book tells the unreported story of a global movement overcoming the odds to build peace in troubled times. After thirty-three Chilean miners were rescued after sixty-nine days trapped...

A Royal Wedding and a Secret Heir Sheikh Riyaz has been released from years of captivity, but his royal wedding is just around the corner. Brianna's job is to prepare him for the long-planned union,...

Rob Lilwall's extraordinary six-month journey takes him on a 5000-kilometre trek across China, from the Gobi Desert to the South China Sea. Along the way, he and his cameraman face numerous...

Simon Woolley's life story is one of remarkable resilience and determination. Born into a challenging environment, he rose to become a trailblazer in British politics, breaking down barriers as the...

SAS Forged in Hell: From Desert Rats to Dogs of WarJune 1943 marked the largest invasion fleet ever assembled, sailing towards Nazi-occupied Europe with a mission to bulldoze its way onto heavily...

Burt Wulff is a man beyond forgiveness and vengeance. He operates outside the law, driven by a singular purpose. As the Lone Wolf, he stalks his prey with ruthless efficiency. In this collection of...

The Long Range Desert Group in Action 1940-1943 by Brendan O'Carroll is a detailed history of one of the British Army's first Special Forces units. Formed in July 1940, the unit was tasked with...

Gertrude Bell's remarkable story is one of passion and conviction. A Victorian woman who defied convention to navigate the complex geopolitics of the Middle East, she left an enduring mark on Iraqi...

The American West and Its Disappearing Water is a tale of a relentless quest for a precious resource: water. It is a story of rivers diverted and dammed, of political corruption and intrigue, of...

Egypt, 70BC, is a land on the brink of collapse. A merciless killer stalks the land, driven by a mission to find and destroy the last members of an ancient order, the Medjay. Their bloodline is to be...

Yungblud: A Striking New Musical Voice A striking new musical voice has emerged for Gen-Z, challenging our zeitgeist as much as he channels it. Yungblud's unique blend of pop, punk, and emo music has...

American Patriots: A Tribute to Black Servicemen and Women in American History. This book tells the story of the black servicemen and women who defended American ideals on the battlefield, despite...

The Eagles' story is a tale of both heavenly highs and hellish lows. Their music embodied the American dream, but behind the scenes, the band's personal relationships were marked by bloodletting...

The SAS's most daring mission to liberate Europe is told in SAS Forged in Hell. In the summer of 1943, a small group of elite forces soldiers, led by the legendary SAS commander Blair 'Paddy' Mayne,...

Easy Dessert Recipes for Two: A Simple Cookbook for Delicious Treats. This cookbook offers easy-to-follow recipes that can be made in no time, perfect for busy lives. With short and simple...

Get ready for a seductive adventure in Berlin's exclusive sex club, where socialite Erika Vanderburg is determined to claim her prize: Dorian Alexander. But can she submit to his desires and risk...

Ancient humans were peaceful, yet modern violence is avoidable. This book presents a revolutionary new discovery on a geographic pattern to global human behavior, tracing human violence back in time...

Queen Rearing Simplified by Vince Cook is a practical guide to beekeeping, providing a straightforward approach to managing and caring for your queen bees.First published in 1986, this edition offers...

Polish Dumpling Perfection: A Traditional Guide to Making Pierogi at Home. Pierogi have been a staple in Polish cuisine for centuries, with recipes dating back to the Middle Ages. This traditional...

A Beginner's Guide to Rearing Wild Birds - Fifth Edition by Samantha Bedford Learn the art of rearing baby birds and giving them a second chance at a wild life. This comprehensive guide covers...

Pigeon Man: Notes, tips and observations from a lifetime of pigeon rearing and racingAfter 40 years of breeding and racing birds, Jim Emerton now shares his extensive knowledge and experience with...

Lucas Arruda: Deserto-Modelo is the first comprehensive monograph on the work of Brazilian painter Lucas Arruda. The book presents a detailed introduction to Arruda's intricate, meditative...

Sacred Geometry Graph Paper is a unique tool for creating sacred symbols, figures, and mandalas. With 50 single-sided pages, this specialty graph paper features isometric and orthogonal dimensions to...

This collection of plays by Simon Gray features some of his most celebrated works, including 'Quartermaine's Terms', 'A Month in the Country' and 'Tartuffe'.Written over several decades, these plays...

The Wood Wife is a mythopoeic fantasy novel by Terri Windling, a nine-time winner of the World Fantasy Award. In this Tor Essentials edition, Windling's masterpiece returns to print. Maggie Black, a...

Albert Frey: A Modernist Vision in the Desert Architect Albert Frey was drawn to the desert landscape as a place where he could envision a perfect modern future. Born in Zurich, he studied with Le...

Cry of the Kalahari is a gripping account of a remarkable adventure. In the early 1970s, Delia and Mark Owens embarked on a journey to the Kalahari Desert, where they lived for seven years,...

A new adventure awaits in the desert, where a chronic shortage of water has become a way of life for both humans and demons. Belcebú, the prince of demons, and Shiba, a renowned ex-military, join...

The Battle of El Alamein: A Turning Point in the Desert War In the summer of 1942, the German Afrika Korps, led by General Erwin Rommel, launched a formidable offensive towards Alexandria. However,...

The Conquest of the Sahara tells the story of France's struggle to explore and dominate the great African desert at the turn of the century. Douglas Porch focuses on the conquest of the Ahaggar...