617 results for 'Verdick, Elizabeth , Heinlen, Marieka'

Twenty thousand years ago, women's work was woven into the fabric of everyday life. In this groundbreaking book, Elizabeth Wayland Barber explores the vital role women played in pre-industrial...

Unravel the Dusk is a fantasy novel by Elizabeth Lim, set in a world where courtly intrigue and deceitful demons collide. The story follows Maia Tamarin as she navigates a treacherous landscape, torn...

Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitter's Almanac is a comprehensive guide to knitting, offering a year's worth of projects tailored to the seasons, moods, and needs of knitters. The book features a diverse...

Calm-down Time is a reassuring book that offers toddlers simple tools to release strong feelings, express them, and calm themselves down. Through rhythmic text and warm illustrations, children learn...

Elizabeth I: A Queen Reimagined This biography delves into the life of Elizabeth I, a woman who defied convention as she ascended the throne after her sister Mary's reign. Alison Weir's in-depth...

Elizabeth Taylor: A Life of Unparalleled Fame and Personal Struggle Elizabeth Taylor is a name synonymous with Hollywood glamour and beauty. With a career spanning over sixty films and two Academy...

Elizabeth's early years are a fascinating and complex tale of intrigue and self-discovery. The young Elizabeth I navigated the treacherous landscape of the Tudor court, where loyalty and betrayal...

Discover the world of LEGO Harry Potter with over 200 minifigures, including an exclusive new addition to your collection. This comprehensive encyclopedia features a wide range of characters, from...

The Rolling Stones' legend was built on the creativity and vision of four extraordinary women. Behind the scenes, Marianne Faithfull, Marsha Hunt, Bianca Jagger, and Anita Pallenberg worked...

Moonlight Ocean is a unique and interactive book that reveals the magic of the ocean's depths with every page. Using special flashlights, the illustrations come alive, showcasing the amazing...

Elizabeth of York: A Royal Enigma Elizabeth of York was a woman of mystery and intrigue, whose life was marked by both triumph and tragedy. As the eldest daughter of Edward IV, she was catapulted to...

Get an intimate look at the life and character of Britain's longest-reigning monarch with this candid and personal biography.Written by someone who has known the Queen, her husband Philip, and the...

Discover the power of dirty talk and spice up your love life with 131 tried-and-tested phrases to get your partner in the mood. This guide explains how men and women are wired differently and how...

Elizabeth of the Trinity: Her Life and Spirituality Elizabeth of the Trinity was a vibrant prophet of the presence of God, as described by Pope John Paul II. This book offers a compelling look into...

Elizabeth I: A Turbulent Upbringing Elizabeth I's story as the 'Virgin Queen' is well known, but her early years were far from certain. Before she was three, she had been both a princess and then a...

Elizabeth Cage has fled her home, leaving behind a trail of betrayal and terror. With no plan and no friends, she arrives in the picturesque village of Greyston, only to find herself drawn into an...

Edward IV and Elizabeth Woodville: A True Romance The story of Edward IV and Elizabeth Woodville is one of love, power, and controversy. In 1461, Edward, a young man with a reputation for womanising,...

Elizabeth Bowen's Collected Stories brings together a rich and diverse selection of her most celebrated short stories, showcasing the author's unique voice and mastery of the genre.Spanning three...

The World's First Women Doctors by Isla Thomas tells the inspiring story of two pioneering figures in medicine, Elizabeth Blackwell and Elizabeth Garret Anderson. In the early 19th century, women...

Elizabeth I: A New Perspective A groundbreaking biography that reimagines the life of England's most famous queen. Tracy Borman's Elizabeth's Women reveals the fascinating story of the women who...

The Queen: The Life and Times of Elizabeth II A comprehensive and fascinating biography of one of the most iconic women of modern times, Queen Elizabeth II. With a remarkable 70-year reign, she has...

This beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture book tells the story of Queen Elizabeth's incredible life and legacy. In honour of her Platinum Jubilee 2022, it explores how she grew from a young...

Commemorating the Platinum Jubilee of a life dedicated to public service, this book tells the story of Queen Elizabeth II's remarkable reign. From her early years as a young princess to her...

Elizabeth Anscombe's Intention by Steven R. Bayne is a detailed examination of her influential work in the philosophy of human action. This book critically assesses Anscombe's place within the...

Elizabeth, Guardian of Dragons A Reverse Harem Paranormal Romance by Ava Mason. In this captivating paranormal romance, Elizabeth is tasked with completing a mission for her queen, but she faces an...

Little Elizabeth's life was full of change and adventure from a very young age. At ten years old, her world was turned upside down as she began to take on new responsibilities and face the challenges...

Queen Elizabeth II has now been on the throne for a glorious 70 years. This book pays tribute to this long-serving monarch, charting her journey from her ascension to the throne in 1953 to the...

Elizabeth and her German Garden A semi-autobiographical novel about the transformative power of a garden, Elizabeth von Arnim's 1898 novel has remained a beloved favourite for generations. After...

Elizabeth Finch by Julian Barnes A poignant novel about the enduring power of love and friendship, Elizabeth Finch centres on the enigmatic Professor Elizabeth Finch, whose presence has a profound...

Elizabeth I and the Art of Queenship is a sumptuously illustrated book that explores the powerful role of art in the Tudor court. During her reign, the English monarch was elevated to the status of a...

A collection of official portraits of Queen Elizabeth II, spanning her life from childhood to the present day, offers a unique visual journey through the life of Britain's foremost icon. The National...

The Queen is a comprehensive and authoritative biography of the woman at the centre of the British monarchy. Written by renowned biographer Ben Pimlott, this updated edition provides a rigorous and...

The 1947 Royal Tour of Southern Africa is a pivotal moment in the life of Queen Elizabeth, a formative experience that shaped her future as a monarch. This book tells the story of the young...

Elizabeth I: A Study in Insecurity The image of Elizabeth I is one of monarchical power, but beneath this façade lay profound and enduring insecurity. Helen Castor sheds light on the complex web of...

The Marriage That Shaped the Monarchy In 1936, the British monarchy was plunged into crisis when King Edward VIII abdicated the throne. His younger brother, King George VI, was thrust into the role,...

The Virgin Queen: A Life of Love and Politics Carol Ann Lloyd explores the complex courtships of Queen Elizabeth I, revealing how her romantic and political decisions shaped her reign as England's...

Discover the life and reign of Queen Elizabeth II and the Royal family through a stunning collection of rare and exclusive photographs.This comprehensive pictorial biography recounts the Queen's...

Elizabeth Bathory: The Life and Legacy of History's Most Prolific Female Serial Killer Discover the complex and disturbing story of Elizabeth Bathory, a woman whose life and crimes have captivated...

Queen Elizabeth II's remarkable life and legacy are explored in this comprehensive biography. For seventy years, she ruled over an institution and a family, providing a steady presence and...

Eric Vagrancy: Everything about Richard Burton and Elizabeth TaylorA rich and passionately articulated biography that surpasses every other biography of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton yet to...

Elizabeth of York: The Last White Rose In a world torn apart by war and power struggles, one young princess dares to dream of wearing a crown. Born into the royal House of York, Elizabeth is...

Anne Boleyn and Elizabeth I: A Mother's Influence on History The story of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII's infamous sixth wife, is one of enduring fascination. Yet, it is the relationship between Anne and...

Elizabeth's Rival: The Tumultuous Tale of Lettice Knollys, Countess of Leicester Lettice Knollys, a woman of extraordinary life, left an indelible mark on the Tudor era. As cousin to Elizabeth I and...

Introduce your little one to the remarkable story of Queen Elizabeth II, the longest reigning monarch of the United Kingdom, in this inspiring Little Golden Book biography.With a reign spanning over...

A fresh account of two of England's most famous queens is presented in this book. Tracy Borman sheds new light on the relationship between Anne Boleyn and her daughter Elizabeth I, exploring the...

Elizabeth Taylor: A Private Life for Public Consumption by Ellis Cashmore This book examines the iconic Elizabeth Taylor as a seminal representation of "celebrity," tracing the evolution of modern...

Elizabeth Cage's life has always been shrouded in mystery. She doesn't know who she is or what she is. But when a holiday turns into something sinister, Elizabeth must confront the truth about her...

Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton's marriage was a Hollywood spectacle that captivated the world. Theirs was a love affair that shocked and mesmerized, with a passion that was both fierce and...

The Apparition at Rosing's Park is the latest adventure in the Sherlock Holmes & Elizabeth Bennet Mysteries series by Amelia Littlewood. Newly-married Charlotte Lucas, now Mrs. Collins, has invited...

Discover the remarkable life of Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning monarch of modern times. From her childhood dreams of living on a farm to her eventual coronation as Queen of the United...

A sweeping social history of modern Britain during the reign of Elizabeth II, spanning from 1952 to 1979. This book tells the story of the British people, not the monarch, as they navigated a period...

A Queen for All Seasons: A Celebration of Queen Elizabeth II on Her Platinum Jubilee by Joanna Lumley. This sparkling celebration of our much-loved monarch marks seventy years as Queen and Head of...

The Project by David Souden celebrates the life of Queen Elizabeth II through photographs and still images drawn largely from the archives of the BBC. This official book marks a significant milestone...

Elizabeth I's Last Favourite: Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex By Sarah-Beth Watkins The story of Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex, has long been overshadowed by the more famous figures of...

Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor: A Passionate and Turbulent Life This biography is a rich and passionate portrayal of the tumultuous relationship between two of Hollywood's most iconic stars...

Elizabeth I and Catherine de Medici: A Story of Power and Rivalry In sixteenth-century Europe, two women rose to hold immense power against all odds. Elizabeth I, the Virgin Queen, ruled her kingdom...

Dark tales from the Victorian era come together in this macabre collection of short stories. Mary Elizabeth Braddon's supernatural fiction explores the dark shadows beyond the rational world,...

From the east to the west, these 23 walks showcase the diverse landscapes and attractions of London and the south-east. The book takes you on a journey from hidden alleyways and dreamy squares in...

The Reign Life in Elizabeth's Britain. The way it was, 1952-79 by Matthew Engel This sweeping social history of modern Britain spans the reign of Elizabeth II, from her accession in 1952 to the...

A woman with no memory takes refuge in the home of strangers. Kate and Allan Royce stop to pick her up after seeing her walking alone in the road, but their kindness is soon tested by conflicting...

The Royal Navy's transformation over the past 70 years is a story of significant change and adaptation. From its status as a superpower navy to its current form, maritime history author Paul Brown...

Elizabeth I's reign is often remembered as a golden age, but to many in Europe, she was a 'Jezebel' and heretic who had to be destroyed. This book tells the story of the secret state that sought to...

The Crown in Vogue: A Royal Portrait Through the Decades This stunning book is a special salute to Queen Elizabeth II and the House of Windsor, marking a new era in the British monarchy. Featuring...

Elizabeth Bowen's Selected Stories bring to life the intricate journeys of domesticity and discovery, of the homely and uncanny, of the mind and body. Spanning the 1920s to the post-war years, these...

Teeth are Not for Biting is a helpful book that explains why children bite and suggests positive alternatives.Little mouths can feel sore when new teeth come in, and sometimes kids bite when they're...

The Custer Story: A Glimpse into a Tragic Life The letters of Lieutenant General George A. Custer and his wife Elizabeth offer a rare insight into the personal and political loyalties of a wartime...

The Survival Guide for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder is a comprehensive resource for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families. This updated book offers a positive and...

She-wolves: The Women who Ruled England Before Elizabeth by Helen Castor The stories of these women, told here in all their vivid humanity, illustrate the paradox of royal power in female hands. In a...

Elizabeth Barrett Browning's poetry is a rich and diverse collection, spanning her early childhood ambitions to her later, more experimental work. This comprehensive selection brings together her...

Loved and admired throughout the world, Queen Elizabeth II's legacy continues to inspire. This collection of quotations offers an intimate glimpse into her values and the qualities that defined her...

The accession of James I marked a significant turning point in English history, as the country transitioned from the Tudor to the Stuart era. Susan Doran's book, From Tudor to Stuart: The Regime...

If pets could talk, they might say that their fur is for petting, their backs are for scratching, and their noses are for nuzzling. But there's one thing that's definitely not for pulling - their...

Discover the captivating history of the Tudors, a royal dynasty that shaped England and Ireland from 1485 to 1603. This comprehensive guide explores the Wars of the Roses, the six wives of Henry...

The incredible true story of Francis Walsingham, the world's first super spy. This gripping narrative reveals the stimulating details of his remarkable life and work, including his network of spies...

Do Let's Have Another Drink: The Singular Wit and Double Measures of Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother This biography strips away the dull bits to reveal the Queen Mother's clever quips, pointed...

Discover the captivating history of the Tudors in this comprehensive guide. Spanning from Henry VII to Elizabeth I, this book explores the Wars of the Roses, the six wives of Henry VIII, and the life...

July knows a lot about her mother, but the truth about her death remains a mystery. She remembers her mother's love of dancing on tables, her freckles, and the pain of losing her in a car crash when...

Spies of the Renaissance: Uncovering the Devious Tricks and Ingenious Tools of the Dangerous Trade In the early modern era, espionage was a deadly game of hide and seek, where spies, spy-catchers,...

Green Dot is a story about the allure of wanting something that promises nothing and the journey we take in deciding who we are and who we want to be. Hera's life is one of soulless office routines,...

Elizabeth Burton-Phillips' heart-wrenching story is a powerful exploration of the devastating consequences of addiction. As a devoted mother and ordinary woman, Elizabeth's world was turned upside...

The Queen Mother's life was a masterclass in wit and charm. From her cheeky response to Lady Mountbatten's burial at sea, to her fondness for gin and Dubonnet, this remarkable woman left an indelible...

Creating beautiful beeswax flowers is a delicate art that requires patience and practice. In this guide, Elizabeth Duffin shares her expertise to help you master the technique.With clear instructions...

Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert Discover the power of creativity and living a life of wonder. Elizabeth Gilbert shares her unique understanding of the creative process,...

Nine and a Half Weeks: A Memoir of a Love Affair This is a true account of an intense and passionate relationship that pushed the boundaries of love and control. Elizabeth McNeill recounts her...

Elizabeth Taylor's Complete Short Stories offers a unique glimpse into the lives of ordinary people, revealing the complexities and nuances of their experiences. With a delicate and witty touch,...

The fourth and final installment of Elizabeth Enright's Melendy Quartet, Spiderweb for Two, is a heartwarming tale of sibling adventure and mystery. When a surprise message in the mailbox sets them...

The Signature of All Things by Elizabeth GilbertA captivating story of botany, exploration and desire, this novel follows Alma Whittaker's journey of discovery as she pursues knowledge of the natural...

Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert Discover the power of creativity and live a more fulfilling life. Elizabeth Gilbert shares her unique understanding of the creative...

Summer has a magic all its own, as revealed in Elizabeth Enright's beloved stories about two children and their discovery of a ghostly lakeside resort. These stories are now available in...

Germs are Not for Sharing by Elizabeth Verdick is a practical guide to teaching children about hygiene and healthy habits. Full-color illustrations accompany simple, child-friendly language that...

Friendaholic: Confessions of a Friendship AddictElizabeth Day explores the significance and evolution of friendship, from ancient wisdom to modern-day challenges. This thought-provoking book examines...

The Women's Wheel of Life by Elizabeth Davis and Carol Leonard explores the complexities of women's lives, presenting thirteen empowering archetypes that reveal the grand pattern of women's...

This colouring book is designed for pre-school children, offering a fun and creative way to express themselves. Part of a popular series, it is the perfect introduction to colouring for young kids...

Elizabeth Becker's masterful account of the Cambodian nightmare spans decades of turmoil, from the rise of the Khmer Rouge in 1975 to the death of its leader in 1998. The book weaves together a...

Olive Kitteridge: A Novel in Stories by Elizabeth Strout is a poignant exploration of the human condition. This deeply moving story follows the life of Olive Kitteridge, a complex and compassionate...

Elizabeth Strout returns to the town of Crosby, Maine, in a novel that explores the complexities of human relationships and the search for meaning in life. When a shocking crime rocks the community,...

Elizabeth McCracken's memoir is a powerful exploration of love, loss, and the human experience. When her life took an unexpected turn, she found herself facing one of the most profound challenges of...

Amy & Isabelle by Elizabeth Strout is a poignant and powerful novel about the complexities of mother-daughter relationships and the secrets that can both bind and destroy us. Fifteen years of...

The story of Britain during the long reign of Queen Elizabeth II is one of transformation and evolution. From 1953 to the present day, Andrew Marr explores how the country was shaped by its people,...

By Grand Central Station I Sat Down and Wept, a deeply personal and passionate novel, tells the story of a love affair that has become one of the most famous in American literary history.Written by...