1019 results for 'Dunbar, Joyce'

Aesthetics of Film Production: A Hands-on Guide to Authorial Voice by James B. Joyce provides a comprehensive exploration of the filmmaking process, focusing on the formal choices that shape a film's...

Crystal Clear: The Selected Prose of John JordanA collection of prose essays and reviews by writer, poet, lecturer, broadcaster and man-of-letters John Jordan, this gathering showcases his expertise...

The Anthem Guide to Short Fiction brings together 20 classic short stories by renowned authors, offering a fresh perspective on each writer's place in the literary canon. This collection provides...

Autumn 1971 marks a turning point in Melissa's life. As she prepares to give birth, she confides in midwife Joyce about the events that led her to this moment. A story of first love, friendship, and...

Discover the hidden gems of Midlothian and East Lothian's stunning countryside with 40 expertly chosen walks in the Pentland Hills and surrounding areas. Rising to nearly 600m, these hills offer some...

Visions of War: Art of the Imperial War Museums explores the intricate relationship between artists, art movements and conflict over the past century. Spanning more than 170 artworks by 150 artists,...

Big Mouth & Ugly Girl by Joyce Carol Oates is a hard-hitting and page-turning novel that explores the complexities of small-town life. When Matt Donaghy, the class joker, is arrested on a charge of...

Inheriting the Revolution: The First Generation of Americans by Joyce Appleby A vibrant tapestry of lives and experiences, this book explores how the first generation of Americans shaped their...

A tragic and sweeping tale unfolds at the foot of Niagara Falls. In 1950s America, a young woman waits anxiously for news of her husband's fate after he plunges into the falls during their honeymoon...

Regenerative Farming and Sustainable Diets: Human, Animal and Planetary Health By Joyce D'Silva and Carol McKenna A radical shift in farming practices is needed to address the critical issues of...

A soaring and symphonic epic by Portuguese master novelist António Lobo Antunes. Set in Lisbon's vibrant nightlife, this novel explores the blurred lines between reality and madness through the eyes...

The Best American Mystery Stories 2015 brings together a diverse range of short stories that showcase the art of mystery writing. Spanning the extremes of human behavior, these tales feature...

African American Philosophers and Philosophy: An Introduction to the History, Concepts and Contemporary Issues This book introduces African American academic philosophers, exploring their concepts...

Sean Latham's "Am I a Snob?" explores the evolution of the literary snob through the works of five key authors: William Makepeace Thackeray, Oscar Wilde, Virginia Woolf, James Joyce, and Dorothy...

In the godforsaken valley of the Black Rimstone, four siblings meet by the viaduct, a place of their own away from home and daily life. Mark reads in secret against his father's orders, while Matthew...

The bildungsroman, a form of literary exploration, has long grappled with the idea of successful maturation and socialization. Despite its intention to portray characters' growth, many novels within...

The Letters of T.S. Eliot: 1898-1922 by Thomas Stearns Eliot This fifth volume of the collected letters of poet, playwright, essayist, and literary critic Thomas Stearns Eliot covers the years 1930...

The Message of Genesis 12-50 From Abraham to Joseph by Joyce G. Baldwin offers an insightful exploration of the biblical text and its relevance to modern Christians. This commentary unpacks the...

Thebaid A Song of Thebes by Statius This epic poem reexamines events following Oedipus' abdication, focusing on the civil war between brothers Eteocles and Polynices. The twelve books comprise over...

Rochester, Strood and the Hoo Peninsula From Old Photographs is an in-depth exploration of a lesser-known region. Rochester, with its medieval castle and cathedral, Tudor buildings and Dickensian...

Discover your unique gifts and talents with this companion study guide from Joyce Meyer. God has given you abilities to fulfill His purpose for your life, but it's easy to get caught up in trying to...

The Letters of T.S. Eliot: 1930-1931 by Thomas Stearns Eliot This fifth volume of the collected letters of poet, playwright, and essayist Thomas Stearns Eliot covers the years 1930 through 1931...

Lockdown Parenting Fails (Because It's Not All F*cking Rainbows) by Nathan Joyce is a hilarious collection of stories about the worst moments in parenting during lockdown. From hair-raising...

In 1961 Ballantur, small-town gossip can be deadly. Nate Wheatley's mobile grocery shop is more than just a service - it's a lifeline for communication between isolated farms and villages. But when...

A Bloodsmoor Romance by Joyce Carol Oates is a satirical and surreal Gothic romance that follows the Zinn sisters as they navigate their lives in 19th-century America. Their world is turned upside...

A Watery Death by Joyce Lavene is set against the backdrop of Duck, North Carolina's Fourth of July celebrations. In this small town, twenty thousand visitors gather to enjoy festivities and learn...

The BBC's Empire Service was a hub for global modernism. It brought together writers from diverse backgrounds to experiment with aesthetics, audience, and form. Through its broadcasts, they tested...

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...

A mysterious death at Stonehenge sets off an investigation into the world of English eccentricity. When a human hand is discovered dangling from beneath a mound of snow, Detective Inspector Shanti...

The Death of the Book: Modernist Novels and the Time of Reading by John Lurz explores how major novels by Marcel Proust, James Joyce, and Virginia Woolf draw attention to their embodiment in the...

Psalm 91: A Haven of Protection in Life's Storms Discover a secret place of physical safety and security in God's word. Psalm 91 is a haven of refuge for those seeking protection, where God's...

Ulysses by James Joyce is a landmark novel that has had a profound influence on modern fiction. This edition republishes the original 1922 text, complete with an invaluable introduction, notes, and...

Be Anxious for Nothing by Joyce Meyer is a two-book-in-one guide to finding peace and joy in everyday life. In this book, Meyer shares her insights on how to overcome fear and anxiety by drawing...

The Sandman and the War of Dreams by William Joyce is a thrilling fourth chapter book adventure that brings together an unlikely team to protect children from evil. When Pitch, a powerful foe,...

Detective Chief Inspector Wilfred Dover is a man with a unique set of skills. His inexperience and laziness make him an unlikely candidate to solve even the most straightforward cases. Yet, Scotland...

New York Times bestselling author Mary Monroe returns to the 1930s with a captivating portrait of two couples whose friendship is tested by betrayal. Joyce and Odell Watson seem to have it all - a...

The Myth of Manliness in Irish National Culture, 1880-1922 by Joseph Valente explores the complex and often contradictory notion of manhood in Irish nationalism during a pivotal period. This study...

Cheap Modernism Expanding Markets, Publishers' Series and the Avant-Garde by Lise Jaillant is a groundbreaking study that reveals how cheap series of reprints transformed literary modernism into a...

Flann O'Brien's innovative novel, At Swim-Two-Birds, is a brilliant impressionistic jumble of ideas, mythology and nonsense. The story follows a young, indolent undergraduate who lives with his...

Elizabeth von Arnim: A Life of Glamour and Literary Genius Elizabeth von Arnim was an extraordinary woman who lived during a time of great change and glamour. Born in Australia, she discovered...

The pyramids are amongst the most remarkable structures in world history. From their development around 3,000 BC to the fabulous edifices that rose up from the desert plains of Giza, these incredible...

James Atlas's memoir takes us back to his childhood in suburban Chicago, where he fell in love with literature and began studying writers' lives. This is the story of how he became a biographer,...

Thomas Merton's thoughts on writing have never been compiled into a single volume until now. In this collection, Robert Inchausti mines the vast Merton literature to uncover his insights on literary...

Archipelagic Modernism: Literature in the Irish and British Isles, 1890-1970 This book offers a new perspective on twentieth-century literature in Britain and Ireland, exploring how writers used the...

The lives and editorial careers of Margaret Anderson and Jane Heap, the women who founded the avant-garde journal the Little Review in 1914, are explored in Making No Compromise. Born in the...

Hardcover, 400 pages, published 20th September 2016. In this collection of essays and criticism, Joyce Carol Oates explores the writing life with characteristic candour and insight. She seeks to...

Re-inventing the Symptom: Essays on the Final Lacan This collection of essays sheds new light on the final period of Jacques Lacan's teaching, focusing on his 1975-76 seminar Le sinthome. The...

The Work of Revision by Hannah Sullivan explores how writers approach revision and its impact on literary style. By examining changes made in manuscripts, typescripts, and proofs by notable authors...

Law and Literature Third Edition by Richard A. Posner provides a comprehensive exploration of the intersection of law and literature. This extensively revised and enlarged edition builds upon the...

Joyce Carol Oates' latest novel is a powerful exploration of the tragic impact of sexual violence, racism, and power on innocent lives. When a fourteen-year-old girl is alleged to be the victim of...

Brian Richardson's Unnatural Voices explores the evolution of narrative voices in modern and contemporary literature. This study delves into the creation, fragmentation, and reconstitution of...

One hundred years after Marshall McLuhan's birth, Elena Lamberti explores a fundamental aspect of his work: the humanistic roots of his 'mosaic' form of writing. This investigation delves into how...

Discover the art of Mediterranean salad-making with 140 delicious and easy-to-prepare dishes. Joyce Goldstein shares her expertise to help you create a wide range of salads, from simple chopped...

Capitalism and a New Social Order: The Republican Vision of the 179s by Joyce Appleby explores the vision of Jeffersonian Republicans and their impact on early American politics. In 1800, this...

This introduction to literary theory provides a clear and accessible guide to applying contemporary theories to a wide range of texts. From Shakespeare to James, Stevens, Joyce, Pinter, Updike, and...

A rich and lyrical masterpiece, The Journey is a poignant novel by acclaimed author H. G. Adler, who survived the Holocaust. Written in 1950, after Adler's emigration to England, this book was...

A debut novel that stands out for its rhythmic prose and virtuosic style, which seeks to dramatize the immense present that it encompasses. This book is often compared to the works of Cortázar,...

Front Page Murder by Joyce St. Anthony is a historical mystery that sets the stage for Irene Ingram's debut as editor in chief of her father's newspaper. When crime reporter Moe Bauer turns up dead,...

Anomalous States: Irish Writing and the Post-colonial Moment by David Lloyd explores the complex terrain of modern Irish literature and its political contexts. This collection of five linked essays...

Out of Print explores how the novel reflects and shapes our understanding of information culture in the digital age. Through a close examination of modernist works and contemporary novels, Julia...

This collection of 41 short stories showcases the wealth and variety of English-language fiction spanning over two centuries. From the early traditions of Sir Walter Scott and Nathaniel Hawthorne, to...

Cleopatra: Last Queen of Egypt A biography that strips away preconceptions to reveal the true story of one of history's most fascinating figures. Joyce Tyldesley, an expert in ancient Egyptian...

Discover how to build a stronger and more exciting sex life with your husband. Dr. Clifford and Joyce Penner share practical ways for wives to move from duty and disappointment to pleasure and...

Little Bones by Patricia Gibney is a heart-wrenching thriller that will leave you breathless. When Isabel Gallagher's lifeless body is discovered in her home, Detective Lottie Parker is tasked with...

A Floating Commonwealth: Politics, Culture and Technology on Britain's Atlantic Coast, 1860-1930 by Christopher Harvie explores how the sea connected and transformed high industrial Britain. The...

The Copywrights: Intellectual Property and the Literary Imagination by Paul K. Saint-Amour explores how writers have responded to intellectual property laws throughout history. This thought-provoking...

The Relentless Pursuit of Ona Judge: A Gripping True Story of Freedom and Deception. In 18th-century America, the Washington family's life was marked by contradictions. George Washington, the...

Jayce's Sweet Tooth is a heartwarming story about a little boy with a big love for sweets. Despite his enthusiasm, Jayce soon learns that too many treats can have negative effects on his health and...

Delta-v is a gripping near-future technological thriller from bestselling author Daniel Suarez. Billionaire Nathan Joyce recruits a team of adventurers to launch the first deep space mining...

Please by Melanie Joyce and Igloo Books is a fun series for Toddlers that helps instill the importance of manners. When the animals in this story want a tasty treat, they have to say the magic word,...

Odyssean Identities in Modern Cultures: The Journey Home explores how the theme of homecoming has been reinterpreted in various narratives from the late 19th to early 21st century.The journey home,...

Decentering the Subject in Fiction, Film, the Visual Arts, and Electronic Media This book explores how the concept of the self has been represented and subverted across different media forms. Silvio...

The Catholic Modernist Poets: A Study of Thomas MacGreevy, Brian Coffey and Denis Devlin. This study presents the first comprehensive account of the lives and works of three Irish modernist poets who...

The Fertile Void: A Practical Guide to Gestalt Coaching at Work This comprehensive handbook provides a clear and accessible introduction to the application of Gestalt principles in executive coaching...

Mary J. Oliver's debut novel weaves together prose, poetry, found documents and photographs to tell the story of her father, Jim Neat. Born in 1904, Jim left England as a young man and embarked on a...

The golden age of modern manuscripts has been a subject of growing interest in recent years. This study explores the development of early 20th century literary texts, from source materials and early...

Rebecca L. Walkowitz explores how modernist literary style has shaped new ways of thinking and acting beyond national boundaries. In this broad-ranging study, she argues that the expansive attitude,...

Night Sleep Death the Stars by Joyce Carol Oates is a gripping exploration of family tragedy and its far-reaching consequences. When a powerful parent dies, their adult children react in unexpected...

Your Battles Belong to the Lord: A Fresh Approach to Spiritual Warfare In this thought-provoking book, Joyce Meyer explains that understanding your enemy is key to overcoming life's challenges. By...

Dante and the Lobster is a short story by Samuel Beckett, first published in 1934. It was part of his debut collection, More Pricks Than Kicks, which showcased Beckett's unique writing style, heavily...

Bridging Intention to Impact: Transform Product Development through Evidence-Based Decision-Making by Connor Joyce is a guide for product managers and teams seeking to elevate their digital products...

Return to the Root: Reflections on the Inner Life by Joyce Rupp invites us to find solid ground in a world that can often feel overwhelming. Through meditative reflections, poems and prayers, Rupp...

The Relentless Revolution: A History of Capitalism by Joyce Appleby This comprehensive history of capitalism offers a fascinating exploration of how this potent system has shaped our lives. From its...

The Oxford Handbook of Modern Irish Fiction presents authoritative essays by thirty-five leading scholars of Irish fiction. This comprehensive volume assesses the breadth and achievement of novelists...

The Cyclemania event at Charleton House is coming to a close, but the summer sun is setting on a very different kind of celebration. Olivia Sharp, a cycling activist, is found dead, strangled with a...

Detective Chief Inspector Wilfred Dover is a man who takes his time to solve cases. When a young woman named Isobel Slatcher is shot in the head and left in a coma, it becomes an ideal opportunity...

This book is a collection of two halves, each taking you on a journey through time and around the world. The first part is a series of vignettes that bring together seemingly disparate elements -...

Wine pairing can be a daunting task with so many options available. As the world's palate becomes increasingly diverse, the choice between wines from different regions and cultures can be...

A poignant and powerful coming-of-age story, Labor Day is a beautifully written tale of love, sex, adolescence, and devastating treachery. Thirteen-year-old Henry's life is turned upside down when he...

The Gospel of the Working Class: Labor's Southern Prophets in New Deal America This dual biography and cultural history explores the influence of two southern activist preachers, Owen Whitfield and...

The 1920s Paris of Hemingway, Chanel, Cocteau, Cole Porter, Josephine Baker, and Their Friends This vibrant era of Parisian history is vividly portrayed in Mary McAuliffe's engaging narrative. The...

Here Comes Everybody's Karma by Shaharee Vyaas is an experimental literary art project that brings together two iconic publications: the Kelmscott Chaucer and Finnegans Wake. This unique retelling...

The Traitors: A True Story of Blood, Betrayal and Deceit by Josh Ireland This gripping true story explores the complex lives of four men who would ultimately betray their country during World War II...

Screams from the Dark: 29 Tales of Monsters and the Monstrous is a chilling anthology that delves into the darker side of horror. Edited by Ellen Datlow, this collection features twenty-nine original...

Ernest Hemingway's articles for the Toronto Star between 1920 and 1924 offer a glimpse into the early development of his writing style. Written before he established himself as a literary figure,...

Ghostwriting Modernism by Helen Sword explores the persistence of spiritualism into the twentieth century and its influence on modernist literature. Sword examines the relationship between...

Beyond Work-Family Balance: Advancing Gender Equity and Workplace Performance by Rhona Rapoport, Lotte Bailyn, Joyce K. Fletcher, and Bettye H. Pruitt offers a fresh perspective on the challenges of...

Ezra Pound: A Life of Genius and Controversy This biography offers a nuanced exploration of Ezra Pound's life, revealing the complex factors that contributed to his rise as one of the most...

The modernist bildungsroman challenges traditional notions of coming-of-age narratives. In the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, novels began to subvert the classical formula, instead...

A New War Is Being Fought. Your Mind Is the Battlefield. Negative thoughts and emotions can be overwhelming, but Joyce Meyer shows that you have the power to change your life by changing your mind...