1007 results for 'Bradbury, Dominic'

Aaron Rodgers: A Life of Mystery and Controversy Aaron Rodgers is one of the most talented players to ever hold the most important job in American team sports - quarterback. Yet, he remains the most...

Bobby Vee's music career began unexpectedly after the tragic loss of Buddy Holly's plane. He answered a call to carry on the Winter Dance Party, a serendipitous start to a highly successful career in...

Susan Seidelman's memoir is a candid and humorous account of her journey as a trailblazing film director in the 80s and 90s. From her early days as a young woman determined to tell stories about...

Graham Jarvis has spent over two decades at the pinnacle of off-road motorcycling, competing in hundreds of events worldwide. His remarkable career has seen him excel in Trials and Enduro, before...

The Extinction of Experience: Reclaiming Our Humanity in a Digital World In a world where technology dominates our lives, we risk losing touch with what makes us human. Social media, gaming, and...

Goldeneye: Where Bond Was Born: Ian Fleming's Jamaica Ian Fleming's Jamaican home, Goldeneye, was the setting for two months of every year, and the birthplace of the James Bond novels. This...

McLaren Formula 1 Car by Car Every Race Car Since 1966 Explore 60 thrilling years of McLaren Formula 1 race cars in this handsome volume, featuring detailed specs, stunning photography, and the full...

Mumbai Fables is a cultural history of the city, exploring its mythic inner life through the stories of its inhabitants, journalists, planners, writers, artists, filmmakers, and political activists...

The History of the World in 100 Plants by Simon Barnes Plants have been the foundation of human life for millions of years, providing us with food, shelter, beauty, and countless other essential...

The New Age of Empire: How Racism and Colonialism Still Rule the World Kehinde Andrews' powerful analysis reveals the dark underpinnings of Western power, exposing the deliberate terror and suffering...

Cars of the 1950s: A Decade of Change The post-war years in Britain were marked by a scarcity of new cars, with most models being reserved for essential drivers or exported. However, as the 1950s...

The Great Defiance: How the World Took on the British Empire By David Veevers The traditional narrative of the British Empire's rise to global dominance often overlooks the crucial role played by...

The Real Madrid Handbook: A Concise History of Real Madrid By Rab MacWilliam, published in 2022 by Birlinn, Limited. Discover the fascinating story behind one of the world's most iconic football...

The First Christmas: What the Gospels Really Teach Us about Jesus's Birth In this thought-provoking exploration of the nativity story, two leading Jesus scholars, Marcus J. Borg and John Dominic...

Human history is marked by a seemingly endless succession of bloody conflicts and devastating turmoil. Yet, despite astonishing intellectual and technological advancements, humanity's progress has...

A family on a remote island, a mysterious woman washed ashore, and a rising storm on the horizon come together in this enthralling novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Migrations and...

Sexually curious adults can learn how to enjoy bedroom bondage in an easy step-by-step fashion while still being tasteful, playful, and authentic. This book offers a journey through easy step-by-step...

The Kill Chain: Defending America in the Future of High-Tech Warfare A former senior advisor to Senator John McCain warns that America's traditional military power is under threat from emerging...

The New Equinox: British Journal of Magick by James Lees First published in 1979, The New Equinox marked a significant moment in the occult reading public, as it introduced a genuine Qaballa in...

Tarl Cabot, a warrior, finds himself transported back to Counter-Earth, a world where men are masters and women live to serve their every desire. His return to this role as a dominant warrior and his...

A National Bestseller Ramona Ausubel's The Last Animal is a wildly entertaining adventure story and a meditation on what it means to love your children-fiercely and imperfectly. When teenage sisters...

The Birth of Netflix: How an Idea Changed the World In 1997, the video rental landscape was dominated by brick-and-mortar stores, with late fees and video-streaming still in their infancy. Marc...

Austerity: The History of a Dangerous Idea by Mark Blyth The idea of austerity has become a dominant force in economic policy, with governments in Europe and the US advocating for drastic cuts to...

Since the 1960s, the British railways have struggled to retain their share of freight traffic, as the road transport industry has increasingly dominated the market. This shift has led to the decline...

A New Understanding of Adolf Hitler's Worldview Adolf Hitler is one of the most studied men in history, yet many of the things we think we know about him are wrong. Historian Brendan Simms's major...

The Maico: A German Motorcycle in America, 1955-1983 In the 1960s and 1970s, a small German company produced motorcycles that dominated the off-road racing scene. Maico's innovative designs,...

Rosie and Dominic Vega are the quintessential couple - high school sweethearts, best friends, and madly in love. However, their relationship has become rocky, with Dom struggling to connect with...

Babel Or the Necessity of Violence: An Arcane History of the Oxford Translators' Revolution by R. F. Kuang is a thematic response to The Secret History, grapples with colonial resistance, and...

The Extractive Zone: Social Ecologies and Decolonial Perspectives by Macarena Gómez-Barris This book explores the ways in which communities are resisting the destructive effects of extractive...

The commonplace book, scrapbook, and album were an integral part of literary households in 19th-century Britain. Writers such as Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Sir Walter Scott, and George Eliot kept...

Daisy MacLean runs the family hotel in the Cotswolds, but her personal life is about to get a lot more complicated. Her friend Tara is getting married to her ex-boyfriend, Dominic, and Daisy's best...

Dark Ghettos: A Challenge to Conventional Thinking Tommie Shelby's thought-provoking book offers a fresh perspective on the persistence of American ghettos. Rather than focusing on individual...

The Fourth Skyward Novel by Brandon Sanderson is the final book in an epic series about a girl who will travel beyond the stars to save the world she loves from destruction. Spensa's journey has...

Sir Francis Drake: A Life of Adventure and Intrigue Discover the truth behind one of Britain's most legendary maritime heroes, Sir Francis Drake. His career was marked by daring raids, naval battles,...

John Shakespeare's quiet life is shattered when he receives a summons from Robert Cecil, a man who dominated the last years of Queen Elizabeth's reign. His mission: to find vital papers in the...

Reexamine the life and impact of King Penda, whose reputation has been challenged as he shaped early medieval Britain through cultural pluralism and stability. Paul Barrett explores the background to...

For over a century, the advice on how to lose weight and prevent disease has been dominated by diet ads and gurus, yet heart disease remains the world's leading killer, and 88% of adults are...

Forward the Foundation is the long-awaited final novel of one of the greatest science fiction series ever told. Completed just before his death, this crowning achievement is a testament to the...

A Beginner's Guide to Analog (Film) Photography by John A Plowman In a world dominated by digital technology, there is a growing need for a refresher on the timeless art of film photography. This...

God's love is the central quest for life, according to the Bible. In 1 Corinthians 14:1, the Amplified Bible says to "eagerly pursue and seek to acquire this love". Yet, how many of us have made...

The Great Halifax Explosion: A World War I Story of Treachery, Tragedy, and Extraordinary Heroism On December 1, 1917, a munitions ship carrying a massive cargo of explosives steamed out of New York...

Climate change is a real issue, but it's not the only environmental problem we face. In fact, it's not even the most pressing concern. Michael Shellenberger, a lifelong environmental activist and...

Discover the Stylish and Refined Game of Canasta How to Play Canasta is a comprehensive guide to learning this popular card game. Invented in Uruguay, Canasta combines elements of Bridge and Rummy,...

A Theory of Justice by John Rawls John Rawls's influential work on justice as fairness has shaped modern political thought. First published in 1971, this revised edition clarifies the original text,...

The Hardest Problem God, Evil and Suffering The problem of evil and suffering is a major obstacle to mainstream religious belief, yet it is often misunderstood. Visceral emotions can dominate...

The Norman Conquest: A Reassessment of William the Conqueror's Subjugation of England The traditional narrative of the Norman Conquest of England has long been accepted as a straightforward tale of a...

The Mr Salles Guide to 100% in AQA English Language GCSE This comprehensive guide takes you through the Paper 1 and Paper 2 sections of the AQA GCSE English Language exam, with the aim of achieving...

Arthur Quinn and Hell's Keeper is the dramatic conclusion to the Father of Lies' trilogy. After foiling Loki's evil plans for world domination, Arthur Quinn finds himself erased from time. Saved by a...

The Taming of the Queen by Philippa Gregory In a world where women's lives were often defined by their relationships with men, Kateryn Parr's marriage to King Henry VIII presents a unique challenge...

Victorian Domestic Architectural Plans and Details offers a unique opportunity for those interested in restoring, preserving, or re-creating Victorian homes. This book provides an authentic pictorial...

Discover the fascinating story of life on Earth, from its earliest beginnings to the present day. Fossils preserved in rocks offer a glimpse into the past, revealing the evolution of life forms over...

London's Docklands: A History of the Lost Quarter London's Docklands, once the lifeblood of the city's waterside industry, has stood the test of time. For centuries, the Port of London dominated the...

The Scandalous Duchess by Anne O'Brien In 14th-century England, Lady Katherine Swynford's life is turned upside down when she is presented to the household of Prince John of Gaunt, Duke of Lancaster...

The Battle Over Patents: History and Politics of Innovation By Stephen H. Haber and Naomi R. Lamoreaux Oxford University Press, 2021 Patent systems have long been a subject of debate among lawyers,...

At nineteen, Corinna Ormesby's life is about to change forever. Following her mother's death, she has lived a quiet life in the countryside with her cantankerous cousin Agnes. But now, Corinna knows...

The Issue with British History by Anatoly Fomenko and Gleb Nosovskiy is a groundbreaking study that challenges conventional wisdom about the chronology of Great Britain's history. By re-examining...

The nineties was a decade when British culture regained its position at the artistic centre of the world. This period saw an explosion of creativity in art, comedy, fashion, film, football,...

A modern take on Lord of the Flies meets Battle Royale, FantasticLand is a gripping novel that explores the consequences of a social civilization built online. When a hurricane ravages the Florida...

Victoria Wood: A Life of Laughter and Tears Victoria Wood was a national treasure, and her extraordinary life story is finally being told. Born with a warped sense of humour, Wood turned her...

Bobby Fischer Goes to War: The True Story of how the Soviets Lost the Most Extraordinary Chess Match of All Time In 1972, the world of chess was set to witness a clash of titans. The Soviet Union,...

The Fantagraphics Atlas Comics Library presents a unique opportunity to explore the horror and science fiction titles of the Atlas line, a studio renowned for its prolific output and talented roster...

The Peugeot 205 T16 Group B Rally Car Enthusiast's Manual offers a unique insight into the design, engineering, and competition history of Peugeot's World Championship-winning rally car. Produced...

The Atari Video Computer System was a groundbreaking console that dominated the home video game market in the 1970s and 1980s. Its influence can still be seen today, with many of its game cartridges...

America's trade policy has been shaped by a unique approach: funding the rise of its rivals. This approach has been a subject of debate, with some arguing it's a recipe for disaster. Robert...

The Future of Energy by Richard Black The world is on the cusp of a major shift away from fossil fuels, with clean energy technologies poised to become the dominant force in the global energy mix...

Dominic Caruso, operative for top secret intelligence agency The Campus, narrowly escapes death in India after his trainer is killed in a terrorist hit. Back in Washington, he discovers a mole has...

Turning Oil into Salt: Energy Independence Through Fuel Choice by Gal Luft and Anne Korin The pursuit of strategic commodities has long shaped world affairs. Centuries ago, salt dominated food...

Jimmy Wilde (1892-1969) Undisputed Champion Of the World From 1916 to 1922: The Mighty Atom Considered by experts to be the greatest fighting man of his era, Jimmy Wilde was a Welsh boxer who...

The Western museum is a battleground, a terrain of ideological, political and economic contestation. In "A Programme of Absolute Disorder", Françoise Vergès challenges the idea of the universal...

Five years have passed since I last saw her, but the memories of Ben still linger. I recall the way he made me laugh with his dry wit, the way his dominant presence left me breathless, and the way he...

The French Revolution From Enlightenment to Tyranny by Ian Davidson The fall of the Bastille on July 14, 1789, is often seen as the symbol of the French Revolution, but this event was just one part...

Fast Girls: A Novel of the 1936 Women's Olympic Team by Elise Hooper. In 1936, three women from different backgrounds embarked on an extraordinary journey to compete in the first integrated women's...

The Hundred-Year Marathon: China's Secret Strategy to Replace America as the Global Superpower China's rise to global superpower has been a decades-long process, with the US playing a significant...

Beyond My Control: Forbidden Fantasies in an Uncensored Age by Nancy Friday explores the wild and sexy fantasies that many of us have but are afraid to share. For over thirty years, Friday has...

Hardball: Are You Playing to Play or Playing to Win? Great companies stumble and fall when they lose their edge. Highfliers crash when a competitor notices they don't have it. Start-ups shut down if...

The National Wrestling Alliance: A Story of Monopoly and Corruption In the 1950s, a powerful business conglomerate dominated a lucrative sports industry, hiding its illicit practices from the...

The Tower of London: A Biography The Tower of London is a place of enduring fascination, its history woven from threads of power, intrigue and tragedy. From its origins as a symbol of William the...

The Tyranny of Metrics by Jerry Z. Muller The pursuit of quantifying human performance has become a dominant force in modern organizations, with metrics playing a crucial role in evaluating success...

The Ultimate Guide to Tease and Denial by Georgia Ivey Green is a practical guide for women looking to take control of their sex-life and explore the art of teasing. With a step-by-step approach,...

Northern California Drag Racing is a fascinating look at the early days of this unique and thrilling sport. Organized drag racing began in Northern California in 1949, born out of a "need for speed"...

Learn French with Confidence: A Comprehensive Workbook Mastering French verbs and conjugations can be a challenge, but with the right guidance, you can unlock your full fluency. This workbook,...

Decolonising the Mind by Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o is a collection of essays that explores the role of language in shaping national culture, history, and identity. Ngũgĩ argues that the language of...

A new perspective on technological revolutions and their impact on great powers. In this thought-provoking book, Jeffrey Ding challenges conventional wisdom about how technological advances affect...

Fossil Future: Why Global Human Flourishing Requires More Oil, Coal, and Natural Gas--Not Less by Alex Epstein. The latest data and new insights from energy expert Alex Epstein challenge our...

The New Map: Energy, Climate, and the Clash of Nations A new era of global politics is emerging, driven by the intersection of energy, climate change, and geopolitics. The global landscape is being...

Rebecca is a haunting tale of love, identity, and the struggle to find one's place in a world dominated by the past. On a trip to the South of France, a shy heroine falls in love with a handsome...

The Ford Focus WRC: A Rally Champion's Story In 1996, Ford entered the world of rallying with a bold move, partnering with M-Sport to create a new generation of World Rally Cars. Over the next 12...

The Anarchy: The Relentless Rise of the East India Company In 1765, the East India Company's victory over the young Mughal emperor marked a turning point in its history. The Company's founding...

The AH-1 Cobra Gunship Vs NVA Armor Vietnam 1967-73 The Vietnam War was marked by the dominant role of helicopters, earning it the nickname "the helicopter war". Among the US forces, one aircraft...

Seve: The Official Autobiography Severiano Ballesteros was a golfer like no other. From the moment he picked up his first club, he was unstoppable. With a career spanning over two decades, Seve...

The Myth of American Idealism: How U.S. Foreign Policy Endangers the World A comprehensive critique of US power, tracing the history of military and economic activity around the world, and exploring...

The Northmen's Fury: A History of the Viking World The Viking story begins with a single, devastating raid in 793, when death arrived from the sea at the island monastery of Lindisfarne. This marked...

Arthur Push-And-Run Rowe: The Inspiration Behind SPURS, Crystal Palace and 'Total Football' Arthur Rowe was a pioneering figure in English soccer, whose innovative approach to the game helped shape...

The End of the Perfect 10: The Making and Breaking of Gymnastics' Top Score The world of gymnastics has long been marked by controversy and debate, particularly when it comes to the scoring system...

J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fall of Númenor brings together the writings of the renowned author for the first time, offering a comprehensive account of the Second Age of Middle-earth. The story begins with...

The extraordinary true story of Margaret Beaufort, the 'Red Queen'. Born in the midst of the Wars of the Roses, she became the greatest heiress of her time, surviving a turbulent life marked by...

The Caesars Palace Coup: A Billionaire Brawl Over the Famous Casino Exposes the Power and Greed of Wall Street In 2015, the corporate world witnessed a brutal battle for control of Caesars...

The development of handguns closely mirrored that of long arms, with the advent of revolving pistols bringing patents that dominated revolver production and the through-bored cylinder necessary for...

Discover the Vale of White Horse, a region of rolling hills dominated by the iconic White Horse, a Bronze Age chalk carving that can be seen for miles. This area is rich in history, with market towns...

Lysander Hawkley was a man of great charm and kindness, with a heart that always went out to those in need. His mid-life crisis had begun at twenty-two, following the loss of his beautiful mother,...