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Devil Take the Hindmost: A History of Financial SpeculationThis lively and original history of stock market speculation spans five centuries, from ancient Rome to the modern world. Edward Chancellor...

This collection of poems showcases a significant body of work by Michael Hartnett, previously unavailable in North America. The volume spans Hartnett's early years, featuring precocious lyrics,...

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang: The Magical Car is a treasured tale of adventure and fantasy, featuring vibrant, full-color original illustrations by John Burningham. Written by Ian Fleming, the author of...

The Chancellor's Secret: A gripping mystery set in 14th-century Cambridge. In 1360, tensions are running high in Cambridge as the town and University face a crisis over the Great Bridge's repairs...

Four Chancellors and a Funeral: How to Lose a Country in Ten Days2021 and 2022 were years of turmoil in the UK, marked by a series of surreal calamities that left the country reeling. The government...

Michael Rutter's story is one of perseverance and determination, forged in the high-octane world of motorcycle racing. At just 20 years old, he followed in his father's footsteps and embarked on a...

Michael Rosen's Sad Book is a heartfelt exploration of the author's own experiences with grief and loss. The book delves into the sadness that comes with losing a loved one, and how it affects those...

Diggersaurs Explore is a colourful and fun adventure featuring the perfect mix of diggers and dinosaurs. This book is a rhythmic, rhyming journey full of details to spot and sounds to shout out loud...

Discover the magic of Shakespeare in a whole new way with Michael Morpurgo's stunning retellings of ten of the Bard's most beloved plays.Featuring beautifully illustrated editions, each with a...

Heat 2 by Michael Mann and Meg Gardiner A gripping crime novel that illuminates the formative years of two iconic characters from the acclaimed film Heat. Michael Mann, Oscar-nominated filmmaker and...

Otto von Bismarck: The Life and Legacy of the German Empire's First Chancellor Otto von Bismarck's life was marked by a strong conviction in the importance of a unified Germany. As a young man, he...

Angela Merkel's remarkable story is one of transformation and leadership. Born into a pastor's family in East Germany, she rose from a life of quiet dedication to become one of the world's most...

Michael Kohlhaas Newly Translated by Michael Hofmann A darkly comical and strangely compelling tale of one man's struggle against a corrupt system. Based on the true story of an ordinary horse-dealer...

Michael Bennett's 13th thriller is a gripping tale of murder and deception. As his wedding day approaches, a killer announces their presence in the city with a string of murders targeting young women...

Detective Michael Bennett's enemies know where to find him. An anonymous tip about a crime proves to be a set-up, and an officer is taken down. But despite the attackers' efforts, it's not Michael...

The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever by Michael Bungay StanierCoaching is a vital skill for leaders, but for many busy managers, it's a skill that's not being used...

A-Z The Best Children's Poetry from Agard to Zephaniah brings together the most celebrated children's poets in a wonderful and exciting anthology. Edited by Michael Rosen, the Children's Laureate,...

The pursuit of power can lead even the most well-intentioned individuals down a dark path. In "Mafia Democracy", Michael Franzese reveals how the values of the American Mafia have infiltrated the...

When FBI agent Emily Parker goes missing, Detective Michael Bennett is left with a daunting task: tracking her down. His investigation takes him from Los Angeles to Washington, DC, following a trail...

Every Pill I Took: 2000-2001 by Michael Lorenzini In the 1990s and 2000s, ecstasy pills became a ubiquitous sight in club and rave scenes, with branding playing a crucial role in their appeal. To...

Discover the Power of the Poison Path: A Guide to Working with Baneful Herbs This comprehensive guide explores the magical, medicinal, and visionary properties of poisonous plants, revealing their...

Michael Pollan's investigation into the medical and scientific revolution surrounding psychedelic drugs takes a deeply personal turn as he explores the therapeutic potential of LSD and psilocybin...

The Beatles' First British Tour and the Royal Variety Performance at the London Palladium In 1963, the Beatles embarked on their first British tour, a pivotal moment in their rise to fame. This book...

Dead Eyed is a gripping crime thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. A grisly murder scene sets off a chain of events as DCI Michael Lambert is forced to reopen a case from 25 years...

The Royal Navy's Home Fleet: Britain's Last Line of Defence at Scapa Flow In the early years of World War II, the Royal Navy's most powerful fleet played a crucial role in defending British home...

The eighth instalment of a bestselling series. Michael Vey and his friends thought they had left the threat of the Elgen behind, but a new enemy is emerging. The Electroclan, who have mastered their...

The President is in New York, and a global crisis is unfolding. Detective Michael Bennett is tasked with preventing an assassination attempt on the US president, with the Russian government suspected...

Michael Parenti's To Kill a Nation: The Attack on Yugoslavia offers a critical examination of the events leading up to the NATO intervention in Yugoslavia in the 1990s. The book reveals a decade-long...

Infinite Tuesday: An Autobiographical Riff is a candid and humorous memoir that chronicles the life of Michael Nesmith, from his early days to his star-making role on The Monkees and his innovative...

George Michael: A Life of Contrasts George Michael's life was a paradox of fame and vulnerability, of public spectacle and private turmoil. From the formation of Wham! in 1981, he catapulted to...

Spring is a memoir of the season by Michael Morpurgo, a master storyteller who has lived on a farm in rural Devon for over forty years. As the natural world awakens from its winter slumber, Morpurgo...

Delighting in the Trinity: An Introduction to the Christian Faith explores the fundamental nature of Christianity through the lens of the Trinity. This book offers a comprehensive and engaging...

The White Wolf: The Elric Saga Part 3 In the final installment of Michael Moorcock's epic series, Elric of Melnibone, the albino emperor struggles with the devastating power that has haunted him...

Dr. Michael Newton's groundbreaking research continues with 70 case histories of real people who were regressed into their lives between lives. This book explores the meaning behind your own...

Heat 2: A NovelA gripping novel that expands on the universe and characters of Michael Mann's iconic crime film, Heat. Written by Michael Mann and Meg Gardiner, this explosive read follows the story...

A Companion to the Book of Enoch: A Reader's Commentary, Vol I: The Book of the Watchers (1 Enoch 1-36) provides a clear and insightful understanding of the Book of the Watchers, a significant text...

The Stack and Tilt Swing: A Revolutionary Approach to Golf The traditional golf swing remains a challenging task for many golfers, despite advances in technology. To overcome this, renowned golf...

The Assassination of Julius Caesar A People's History of Ancient Rome by Michael Parenti A fresh perspective on the Roman Empire, The Assassination of Julius Caesar presents a story of popular...

A gripping account of the biggest criminal manhunt in British history, Wicked Beyond Belief is a powerful indictment of the investigation that followed the conviction of Peter Sutcliffe. With...

The Devil's Horn: The Story of the Saxophone The saxophone's 160-year history is a story of transformation, from its origins as a novel sound to its current status as a cultural icon. This book tells...

The Iceman Inheritance: Prehistoric Sources of Western Man's Racism, Sexism and Aggression This book offers a provocative examination of the roots of racism, sexism, and aggression in Western society...

Michael Kohlhaas has been wronged, and his story is one of unrelenting pursuit of justice in the face of overwhelming adversity. His finest horses were unfairly confiscated, his servants beaten, and...

The Health Gap: The Challenge of an Unequal World by Michael Marmot explores the stark reality of health disparities across the globe. The author reveals how even within countries, those at relative...

Michael Kahn's Basic Freud offers a fresh perspective on the enduring insights of Sigmund Freud's psychoanalytic theory. Despite the rise of psychopharmaceuticals and cognitive therapy, Kahn argues...

Michael Kenna's photographs of Buddha statues offer a serene and contemplative escape from the chaos of modern life. Celebrated for his evocative black-and-white landscapes, Michael Kenna has...

George Michael: A Life by James Gavin explores the complex and often contradictory life of the legendary singer-songwriter. With deep analysis of his creative process and interviews with hundreds of...

Wernher von Braun: A Life of Ambition and Complexity This biography offers a nuanced and authoritative portrait of Wernher von Braun, a man of profound moral complexity. As a brilliant engineer and...

Michael, a sausage dog with a big dream, is determined to become a star. His unique talent for mind-reading might just be the key to success, but it's not as easy as he thought.When Michael and his...

Beyond the Tracks by Michael Reit In the summer of 1938, Berlin is no longer a safe haven for its Jewish population. As nightly raids intensify, 21-year-old Jacob Kagan knows his time is running out...

Michael Ripper Unmasked is a biography that explores the life and career of a beloved character actor. With a career spanning multiple genres, including British theatre, film, and television, as well...

Michael W. Clune's memoir, White Out, is a candid account of his addiction and recovery. The author's story takes readers inside the world of heroin addiction, where the lines between reality and...

First published in 2021, Super Imperialism: The Economic Strategy of American Empire is the culmination of Michael Hudson's analysis of the economic implications of the 1971 Nixon shock, when the US...

The Harwich Striking Force: A Front Line in the North Sea, 1914-1918 During World War I, the Harwich Force played a crucial role as the Royal Navy's front line in the North Sea. Under the leadership...

The London Olympics brought billions of pounds to the neglected east London borough, but a turf war broke out between crime families for control of the valuable land. A modern gangster, known as the...

Detective Michael Bennett is far from home, but close to danger. After a series of crises push him and his family to the brink, he settles in an idyllic small town in Maine's beautiful woods for a...

The Life and Times of Michael K by J. M. Coetzee In a world torn apart by civil war, Michael K embarks on a perilous journey to return his mother to her rural home. Tragedy strikes, leaving him alone...

This playful treasure chest of verse brings together traditional poems, rhymes with a twist, and subversive playground favourites to create a hilarious and imaginative collection.With its unique...

Donald Michael Kraig's Modern Magick is a comprehensive guide to working real magick, offering a step-by-step approach to mastering the craft. With over two decades of experience, Kraig has created a...

The Genius of Michael Jackson A comprehensive and authoritative biography of the King of Pop, this book explores the life and career of Michael Jackson, from his early days with the Jackson 5 to his...

Michael Collins: A Life of Vision and Leadership The life of Michael Collins, the greatest of all Irish nationalists, is a complex and fascinating story of idealism, determination, and political...

Michael S. Gazzaniga's Who's in Charge? Free Will and the Science of the Brain explores the complex relationship between human behavior and the brain, delving into the realms of neuroscience,...

James Astor examines the work and ideas of Michael Fordham, a key figure in analytical psychology. A practitioner with extensive clinical experience, Fordham's contributions to Jungian thought are...

Improve your handwriting with a valuable skill for life. The Art of Cursive Penmanship presents handwriting as a spontaneous and expressive ability, rather than a task to be mastered. This practical...

George Michael's life was marked by two contrasting worlds: the private man and the public legend. This is his story, told with honesty and affection by bestselling biographer Sean Smith. Born as...

Discover the power of Michael, considered one of the greatest angels in Christian, Judaic, and Islamic traditions. This comprehensive guide explores his history and appearances as a protector,...

The Price of Time: The Real Story of Interest by Edward Chancellor For over five millennia, people have been borrowing and lending at interest, a practice that has been both widely accepted and...

Michael Ovitz: The Rise and Fall (and Rise) of the Most Powerful Man in Hollywood Michael Ovitz's story is one of unrelenting ambition and unapologetic success. As co-founder of Creative Artists...

The Advice Trap: Be Humble, Stay Curious & Change the Way You Lead ForeverMichael Bungay Stanier, author of the bestselling The Coaching Habit, returns with a new book that explores the challenges of...

The Unseen Realm: Recovering the Supernatural Worldview of the Bible Dr. Michael Heiser explores the biblical text's portrayal of the supernatural world, shedding light on the unseen realm that...

Michael Stipe: The Biography by Rob Jovanovic For over a quarter of a century, Michael Stipe has been the iconic face of R.E.M., a band that has built a devoted following and achieved widespread...

The Michael Chekhov Handbook For the Actor by Lenard Petit is a comprehensive guide to Chekhov's supportive techniques for actors. With 25 years of teaching experience, Petit brings clarity and...

The Murder of Michael Jackson: The Cover Up and Conspiracy A personal account of the events surrounding Michael Jackson's death, exploring the motives and potential culprits behind the tragic event...

Robert Redford: A Life Behind the Facade A candid and surprising portrait of a Hollywood legend, written in close collaboration with the actor and director himself. This biography reveals the complex...

The Practice Notebooks of Michael Brecker (for all treble clef instruments) A unique collection of handwritten notebooks kept by renowned saxophonist Michael Brecker, now re-engraved for musicians to...

Michael Landon: Actor, Writer, Director, Producer For over three decades, Michael Landon's creative gifts touched millions of viewers around the world. This book is the first detailed examination of...

This book tells the story of Michael Jordan, widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players of all time. From his early childhood to his life after retirement, the book covers Jordan's...

A story about a baby's remarkable growth, thanks to a very unlikely source. When the Hargraves family welcomes a new addition, they hope their little one will grow up strong and healthy. But for now,...

Michael Jordan: The Life is a comprehensive and intimate biography of the basketball legend. Drawing on personal relationships, interviews with friends and family, and decades of coverage, Roland...

Michael's plans for fame as a mind-reading sausage dog haven't quite worked out as expected. When his friend Susan is kidnapped, he sees an opportunity to boost his TV ratings and prove himself as a...

The Price of Time: The Real Story of Interest by Edward Chancellor A comprehensive history of interest rates, tracing the story of capitalism from its origins to the present day. Chancellor explores...

Pacific Adversaries: Imperial Japanese Navy Vs the Allies Volume 3 - New Guinea and the Solomons 1942-1944This third volume of Pacific Adversaries presents a detailed account of aerial warfare in the...

Detective Michael Bennett is on the hunt for a killer who's targeting glamorous young women. The gruesome discovery of a latest victim on a police boat in the Hudson River sends a chill down his...

Discover the Lost Gospel of the Infancy of Jesus Christ, a previously unknown account of Jesus' life from his infancy. This book, written by Pastor Michael Gore, offers a fresh perspective on the...

Burn by James PattersonA chilling case draws Detective Michael Bennett back into the world of unimaginable evil in New York City. A witness reports a depraved gathering in a condemned building, but...

Winter has brought a sombre stillness to the land, as more than just hope has died. The western army seeks a way across the Nidwalden River, while the Fhrey homeland remains protected by the tower of...

Lose up to twenty pounds in four weeks with Dr Michael Mosley's latest program. The Fast800 Diet reveals the ideal fasting formula to shed pounds, fight disease, and boost overall health. Clinical...

Michael Collins: The Man Who Won the War T. Ryle Dwyer's biography of Michael Collins offers a fresh perspective on the life of the Irish leader. This updated book sheds new light on Collins' role in...

Learn Enough Developer Tools to Be Dangerous is a practical guide to mastering the core tools needed for modern software development. You don't need to learn everything about the Unix command line, a...

Detective Michael Bennett is on the hunt for a killer who's targeting glamorous young women. The gruesome discovery of a murder victim in the Hudson River sets him on a perilous path to uncover the...

Michael Somes: A Life in The Royal Ballet Michael Somes was the driving force behind The Royal Ballet's most iconic performances. Born in 1917, he defied convention to become a star and a maker of...

A Real-life Fairy Tale: Michael Jackson and Me is a deeply personal memoir by Talitha Linehan, recounting her extraordinary encounters with the legendary musician over more than a decade. From her...

Laird Barron's Occultation is a chilling collection of cosmic horror, pitting ordinary men and women against a chaotic cosmos. Nine tales of terror, including two previously unpublished stories,...

St. Michael's Mount is a place of breathtaking beauty, steeped in history and intrigue. This in-depth history of the area offers a fascinating glimpse into its past, uncovering the secrets and...

New York City is facing its most daunting challenge yet. A series of catastrophic events has left the city reeling, and Detective Michael Bennett is racing against time to uncover the truth behind...

DCI Michael Lambert is back in a gripping crime-thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. A woman is murdered, and the killer forces her husband to watch her slow and painful death. As...

Wisconsin Death Trip is a shocking portrait of a small town's collapse under the impact of the great depression of the 1890s. The book chronicles the devastating effects of poverty, disease, and...

The A-Team A Complete Guide To The Legendary Television Show Over thirty years since its cancellation, The A-Team remains deeply ingrained in popular culture. Its catchphrases continue to be...

This book has been a cornerstone of human knowledge for centuries, and its significance has been preserved through the efforts of Alpha Editions, who have republished it in a modern format for future...

Deadly Game is an explosive international thriller from Sir Michael Caine. When a metal box of radioactive material is found at a dump in East London, it's stolen in a violent raid, setting off a...

Michael Jordan's story is one of perseverance and the power of family support. As a child, he faced doubts about his ability to play basketball due to his height, but his parents instilled in him the...