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Set against the rugged backdrop of the American West, this collection of novellas explores the complexities and challenges faced by those who shaped the country's early history.From the perils of...

French Armies of the Thirty Years' War 1618-48 by Stéphane ThionThis revised edition explores the development of the French Army, one of Europe's first standing forces, from 1617 to 1648. The period...

A Scented Palace: The Secret History of Marie Antoinette's PerfumerDiscover the untold story of Jean-Louis Fargeon, the perfumer who captured the heart of Marie Antoinette. From his humble beginnings...

The Pocket Guide to Neuroscience for Clinicians is a concise and accessible guide to the key concepts in neuroscience that mental health professionals need to know. Louis Cozolino draws on his...

A Child's Garden of Verses by Robert Louis Stevenson is a collection of poems written for children. Stevenson's unique approach to writing for young readers was characterized by his lack of...

Thirteen new stories from Ben Marcus explore moments of redemption in a world that can sometimes feel nightmarish. In "The Grow-Light Blues," a man finds love after being disfigured by his employer's...

Louis Armstrong's autobiography is a milestone in jazz literature, tracing the development of jazz and offering an early American perspective. Written by Armstrong himself, with input from...

The Strange Case of R L Stevenson by Richard Woodhead A consultant physician's fascination with Robert Louis Stevenson's life and work led to an intriguing exploration of the author's symptoms...

La nueva ciencia de curar by Louis Kuhne is a comprehensive approach to understanding and treating diseases. By focusing on eliminating symptoms before they appear, this method aims to prevent and...

True Devotion to Mary: With Preparation for Total ConsecrationA foundational text on Marian spirituality, this book has been recommended and practiced by eight Popes. Its author, St Louis de...

Letters of Note: Music brings together a fascinating collection of letters by and about musicians who have enriched our lives with their music. These personal and revealing correspondence offer a...

Treasure Island is a beautifully bound pocket-sized gift edition of Robert Louis Stevenson's beloved children's story.First published in 1883, this thrilling adventure tale recounts the journey of...

Adapted by Bryony Lavery, this new playscript brings Robert Louis Stevenson's story to life in a vibrant and engaging way.Young Jim Hawkins' quiet life at the Admiral Benbow Inn is disrupted when...

A playful history of aviation that takes an unconventional approach to the story of flight. From the early experiments with human flight to the modern era of drones, this book explores the key...

A humorous and irreverent take on Robert Louis Stevenson's classic novel, Treasure Island, from Sara Levine. After reading the book, one recent college graduate was left feeling uninspired by her own...

Healing the Hurting Soul Revised Edition by Louis Wynne presents an alternative perspective on mental health. This book argues that so-called mental illnesses are not illnesses at all, but rather the...

The Liberal Tradition in America: An Interpretation of American Political Thought Since the Revolution by Louis Hartz. This influential work explores the development of American political thought...

Louis Althusser's lecture course on Machiavelli offers a unique insight into the Marxist philosopher's thoughts on the Italian Renaissance thinker. Originally delivered at the École Normale...

Charlie Parker investigates the death of Grace Peltier, whose body was found with no signs of foul play. A mass grave in northern Maine reveals that a religious community disappeared almost forty...

Tales of Pirx the Pilot is a thought-provoking collection of short stories that explore the human side of space exploration. Stanisław Lem's protagonist, Pirx, is an astronaut whose unorthodox...

The ideogram changed the course of modern American poetry. This book is the first history of this important poetic tradition, tracing its development from the pre-Imagist stage to the present day...

Axel Morin's GSM presents a unique archive of Parisian urban poetry, captured through the lens of multiple generations of iPhones. This digital library showcases the work of French fashion...

The Odyssey as Comedy: A Christian Perspective Dr. Louis Markos's Worldview Guide explores the first comedy in Western literature, offering an aesthetic and thematic Christian perspective on Homer's...

Conor Sweeney explores the relationship between presence and absence in Christian narrativity, engaging with postmodern critiques of traditional sacramental theology. He considers how the thought of...

Stockport, 1944, is a place of quiet desperation and hidden dreams. For Alice, running her husband's family shop while he's at war, life is a balancing act. But everything changes when she meets...

South Sea Tales is a collection of short stories by Robert Louis Stevenson, showcasing his unique blend of narrative styles and his exploration of the multiracial society he encountered in Samoa...

Travels with a Donkey in the Cévennes is a charming account of Robert Louis Stevenson's twelve-day adventure through the French countryside. The journey was set at pace by Modestine, a stubborn but...

Seven centuries of love, hatred and indifference have defined the relationship between Scotland and England. This humorous miscellany celebrates that enduring rivalry with a collection of quotes,...

A Child's Garden of Verses by Robert Louis Stevenson is a treasured collection of poems that celebrate the joys and complexities of childhood. Written in 1885, this beloved book has introduced...

Break-it thinkers have proven that challenging conventional thinking is the only way to stay ahead of the competition in the corporate environment of the nineties. This book offers unconventional...

A collection of dark and stormy short fiction from Victorian and early twentieth-century periodicals reflects an anxiety about the impact of alcohol and intoxicants in society. This new anthology...

Napoleon's greatest hope for Spain was Louis-Gabriel Suchet, one of his most trusted marshals. Yet despite initial triumphs, French control in Eastern Spain ultimately collapsed. Suchet's successes...

The Death of Aquitania In 1137, the body of Duke William of Aquitania is found in Compostela, bearing the mark of an ancient Norman torture. His daughter Eleanor seeks revenge and marries the son she...

The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson is a thought-provoking exploration of humanity's inner struggle between good and evil. Dr. Jekyll, like many of us, grapples with...

The Plot Against the Church by Maurice Pinay Published in 1962, this book serves as a warning about the intentions of those who sought to undermine the Catholic Church. Written by high-ranking...

The Troublesome Offspring of Cardinal Guzman by Louis De Bernières is a sweeping and sensual tale of spiritual sanity. In the midst of economic collapse, President Veracruz leads an unlikely group of...

The Christians as the Romans Saw Them by Robert Louis Wilken offers an engaging portrayal of early Christian thought from a unique perspective. This study draws upon well-known sources to provide an...

Interpersonal Neurobiology Essentials: A Mental Health Quick Reference Guide by Louis Cozolino is a concise guide to understanding the social brain and its applications in therapy. This book distills...

Those Roaring Riverboat Years: A History of the Steamboat EraThis account of life on America's rivers during the steamboat era is told from the unique perspectives of two men who lived it. You'll...

Jewish Thought Today by Louis Jacobs explores the response of Jewish philosophy to modern intellectual freedom. This collection brings together key thinkers such as Hirsch Buber, Kaplan, Heschel,...

The Three Dynamisms of Faith: Searching for Meaning, Fulfillment, and Truth by Louis Roy explores the complexities of faith and its relationship with human experience. This thought-provoking work...

Louis de Carmontelle was an 18th-century French artist who created a series of panoramic landscapes painted on translucent paper. These "moving pictures" were displayed at royal court gatherings,...

Reading Knowledge: An Introduction to Foucault, Barthes & Althusser by Michael Payne provides an in-depth exploration of the key writings of three influential thinkers: Roland Barthes, Michel...

Cultural Amnesia Notes in the Margin of My Time by Clive JamesThis collection of essays explores the lives and works of influential figures from the 20th century, including Louis Armstrong, Franz...

A morality tale of good and evil explores the complexities of human nature, duality and class. This new edition of Robert Louis Stevenson's gothic masterpiece features a specially written...

The Economics of an Aging Society by Robert Louis Clark and Robert L. Clark provides a comprehensive analysis of the economic and policy issues associated with individual and population aging.With a...

The Glory by Judith Saxton As World War I begins, no family will be left untouched. For the Neylers, the war brings devastating consequences that change their lives forever. Their children grow up...

Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde is a novella written by Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson, first published in 1886. In this gripping tale, a London lawyer becomes increasingly concerned...

Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson is a story that began with a simple map drawn for the amusement of his stepson. The map's fascination led Stevenson to create a tale, which he shared with...

The Victorian Art of Fiction presents important statements on the form and function of fiction from the 19th century. This anthology explores questions of genre, authorship, and morality in relation...

Selected Climbs: Mont Blanc & the Aiguilles Rouges presents sixty rock climbs in the Mont Blanc range and on the Aiguilles Rouges, from F4 to F6a+. These routes are chosen for their beauty, variety,...

Queen Rearing by L.E. Snelgrove and Louis Snelgrove is a comprehensive guide to Bee Breeding and Queen Rearing methods, first published in 1966. This reprint edition provides an in-depth review of...

The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson is a gripping tale of dual identity and the darker aspects of human nature.First published in 1886, this iconic novel has been...

Ring Theory, Student Edition by Louis H. Rowen is an abridged version of the author's two-volume work, focusing on essential material for general ring theory courses. This edition omits detailed...

The PISA Effect on Global Educational Governance by Louis Volante explores the role of the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) in shaping education policy and reform across the...

Louis-Ferdinand Céline's raw and unflinching portrayal of society's darker aspects is a hallmark of this novel. Written in a style that blends slang, obscenities, and colloquial language, Journey to...

This collection of New Yorker Profiles presents a portrait gallery of some of the most prominent figures of the twentieth century. From glamorous and idiosyncratic individuals of the twenties and...

Discover the remarkable stories of Scotland's most inspiring individuals. From astronomers to engineers, and from medicine to military service, this book celebrates the achievements of those who have...

But He was Good to His Mother: The Lives and Crimes of Jewish GangstersThis comprehensive biography explores the lives and crimes of influential Jewish gangsters, including Louis Lepke Buchalter,...

Brazil through the Eyes of William James: Letters, Diaries, and Drawings, 1865-1866, Bilingual Edition/Edição Bilíngue. In 1865, William James embarked on an expedition to Brazil as a voluntary...

David Balfour's adventure begins with a desperate cry for help. As he is pulled away from his uncle, he sees a flash of fire and falls to the ground. Kidnapped and taken to sea, David faces many...

The Paradoxes of Delusion: Wittgenstein, Schreber, and the Schizophrenic Mind by Louis A. Sass A groundbreaking exploration of schizophrenia, this book challenges conventional thinking about insanity...

Weren't No Good Times: Personal Accounts of Slavery in AlabamaThis collection brings to life the experiences of former slaves from Alabama, as recorded by the Federal Writers' Project during the...

The Puffin Book of Fantastic First Poems brings together a diverse collection of poems that have captured the hearts of young readers for generations. From Robert Louis Stevenson to Roger McGough,...

Treasure Island, a tale of adventure and deception, is set in motion by a simple map that leads to a buried treasure. The story follows Jim Hawkins, a young boy who becomes embroiled in a perilous...

The Strangled Queen by Maurice Druon In 14th-century France, the royal house is plagued by scandal and murder. The death of Philip IV sets off a chain reaction of events that will destroy his dynasty...

Louis Althusser's groundbreaking work, For Marx, first published in 1968, has had a profound impact on modern philosophy and political theory. This influential text is considered a key contribution...

The Secret Photograph is a heart-wrenching historical novel set against the backdrop of Nazi-occupied Paris in 1942. American photographer Clarisse Alarie, with her camera as her shield, navigates...

Tales for Twilight offers a chilling collection of Scottish ghost stories spanning two centuries. From early eighteenth-century writers to contemporary authors, this anthology brings together a...

Mary Prince's autobiography is a powerful account of her life as a West Indian slave. Born in Bermuda to African slaves, she escaped to London and wrote this book, making it one of the first...

This comprehensive guide to Stravinsky's life and work explores his influence on 20th-century music. Spanning three parts, it examines the contexts in which he worked, his key compositions, and how...

A Stab in the Dark by Lawrence Block is a gripping mystery that follows Louis Pinell as he confesses to a series of murders committed nine years earlier. However, Matthew Scudder is not convinced...

A critical and revision guide to Robert Louis Stevenson's novella, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, is now available for GCSE students and their teachers. This innovative resource features in-depth...

Kaely Quinn's methods may be unorthodox, but her talent is undeniable. After being demoted and transferred to St. Louis, she's established a new life for herself - or so it seems. When a reporter...

A swashbuckling epic from 19th-century France, The Three Musketeers follows D'Artagnan as he journeys to Paris in search of adventure and joins the ranks of musketeers guarding Louis XIII. Alongside...

Maurice Blanchot's critical essays and reviews span a wide range of topics, from art and literature to philosophy and politics. This collection of 29 pieces showcases his diverse interests and...

The biographies of all 1,782 Texas Rangers who served during the Mexican Revolution era are collected in one volume for the first time. This comprehensive collection brings together the stories of...

France and 1848: The End of Monarchy A comprehensive study of the economic, social, and political crises that shaped France in 1848. William Fortescue examines the events leading up to and following...

The People Watcher by Sam Lloyd is a gripping suspense novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat. When Mercy Lake, a quiet and unassuming woman, discovers that some people deserve punishment,...

Tom Healy's troupe faces an uncertain journey to Alder Gulch, Montana. As the weather turns, Tom is forced to rely on Andy Barker for safe passage. However, his concerns are heightened by personal...

Louis de Bernières' debut poetry collection, Imagining Alexandria, is a gift to readers of his fiction. Beautifully illustrated with line drawings by Donald Sammut, this collection returns to the...

The Sisters of Versailles A Novel by Sally Christie is a historical fiction novel that explores the intricate world of Louis XV's France. Filled with rich detail and colorful characters, this novel...

Set in 1751 Scotland, Kidnapped is an exciting tale of intrigue and adventure. Orphaned and betrayed by his uncle, David Balfour falls in with Alan Breck, the unscrupulous but heroic champion of the...

The epic clash that brought the mountain man era to a close. Zach Hannah's quest for solitude is shattered by Sean Devlin, his former friend who stole his wife and left him for dead. Now, Zach must...

Bruce Robbins explores the concept of cosmopolitanism in the face of perpetual war. In this thought-provoking work, he examines the relationship between traditional notions of loyalty and belonging,...

Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience and RedemptionThis is the incredible true story of survival and salvation that inspired two major motion pictures. On a May afternoon in 1943,...

50 mélodies is a collection of 150 songs compiled by Francis Poulenc, showcasing his mastery of this genre of music. This volume is part of "Musique vocale française," a series dedicated to French...

Bechamp Or Pasteur? A Lost Chapter in the History of Biology by Ethel D. Hume A thorough account of the controversy surrounding Louis Pasteur and Antoine Béchamp, this book presents evidence of...

Treasure Island: Explained for Young Readers offers a fresh take on Robert Louis Stevenson's classic adventure story. This edition is designed to help young readers understand the original text, with...

Travels with a Brompton in the Cévennes and Other Regions is a lively account of an English couple's nearly 30 years of exploring France by bike. Over the years, they've pedalled through cols, war...

Cerro Gordo: A Ghost Town in the Inyo Mountains High in the Inyo Mountains, between Owens Valley and Death Valley National Park, lies Cerro Gordo, a ghost town that once thrived as a silver mining...

A cycle of 13 poems held between two photos of a dead fox, Of Gone Fox is a poignant and evocative work that explores the intersection of life and death. Mark Goodwin's poetry is accompanied by...

Hoagy Carmichael's life and music are deeply intertwined. This biography explores his journey from Indiana youth to jazz greats like Louis Armstrong and Benny Goodman, as well as his Hollywood years...

Hard Times on a Southern Chain Gang by John Louis Spivak is a powerful exposé of the institutionalised system of sharecropping and debt peonage that trapped many southern black men in a cycle of...

Joseph Stalin's rise to dominance in French political culture is explored in this book, tracing his influence from the 1930s through the 1950s. French writers played a crucial role in building...

Discover the lives of African American heroes from one of America's most vibrant periods. The Black Stars series brings to life the stories of great black men and women who shaped history during the...

The Theatre of Illusion by Pierre Corneille is a work of wit and drama that has captivated audiences for centuries. Written in 1635, it was initially performed as a comedy, but later reclassified as...

This anthology of modern ghost stories brings together 25 short tales from renowned writers, including Louis de Bernières and Ian Rankin. These spine-chilling tales are part of a long tradition of...

The Lighthouse Stevensons: An Epic Story of Building and Innovation Against Impossible Odds. Robert Louis Stevenson's famous words reveal the deep connection he felt to his ancestors, who built every...

A caterpillar comes to school in a jar, captivating its classmates as it eats, grows and eventually transforms into a beautiful butterfly. This book features colorful illustrations from Bari Weissman...