1208 results for 'Cervantes, Miguel de'

Discover how to make the most of every precious moment with Lonely Planet's guide to 250+ travel experiences. Whether you have an hour, day, week, month or year, this book will appeal to readers you...

The Trail of Blood A Gripping Historical Murder Mystery In the midst of a brewing war between Scotland and England, a gruesome discovery on the border threatens to unleash a bloodbath. French...

The Pluralistic Therapy Primer by Kate Smith and Ani de la Prida is a comprehensive guide to the principles and practice of pluralistic therapy. This approach to therapy emerged in response to the...

The Widows' Wine Club by Julia Jarman is a heartwarming story about three women who form an unlikely friendship in a bereavement group. Despite their shared struggles, they find common ground in...

Mini Philosophy: A Small Book of Big Ideas Explore the big questions in life with bite-sized portions of philosophy from some of the greatest minds of the last 2500 years. From Sun Tzu's strategy for...

The Red Shoes by Pamela Hutchinson This study of the 1948 film explores its innovative use of cinematic arts, including Technicolor, music, choreography, editing, and art direction. Hutchinson...

David Millar's autobiography is a candid and unflinching account of his life as a professional cyclist. From his early days sleeping in rented rooms in France to his rise to fame on the Tour de...

Join Carlton Kirby on a year-long journey through the world of professional cycling, as he navigates the iconic and the bizarre. From the Spring Classics to the Grand Tours and on to the World...

The miraculous history of Notre Dame de Paris is a story of profound emotion and human achievement. From its construction in 1163 to the present day, this iconic cathedral has crystallised what our...

The Ontological Turn: An Anthropological Exposition A new and influential theoretical orientation in anthropology, the 'ontological turn' is gaining significant attention in contemporary philosophy...

A new translation of Roberto Calasso's thought-provoking work on violence and revolution, set against the backdrop of mythology and art. This book explores two main subjects: Charles-Maurice de...

A powerful de-colonial retelling of Mansfield Park, exploring identity, culture, race and love. This Motherless Land is a spirited exploration of culture and kinship - of how we belong, and to whom...

Discover 55 spectacular road rides across the UK, carefully selected for their scenic routes and minimal traffic. Experienced rider Clive Forth has tested these routes to ensure they offer stunning...

Conan the Barbarian: Bound In Black Stone Vol.1 is an Eisner-nominated story that heralds a new era of action-packed sword-slashing adventures. Written by Jim Zub and featuring dynamic artwork by...

Commedia dell'arte: A Practical Guide for Troupes by John Rudlin provides an in-depth exploration of this vital theatrical form. The book delves into its origins and charts its recent revival,...

Lore van de Oest awakens in an alley to the sound of rain, her body battered and bruised. Her identity implant is gone, leaving her with no memory of who she is or how she got there. As she tries to...

Foucault: A Very Short Introduction by Gary Gutting provides an in-depth exploration of the life and thought of one of philosophy's most influential figures. Born in 1926, Michel Foucault was a...

The French Riviera has long been a source of inspiration for writers. This literary guide takes you on a journey along its famous coast, from Hyeres to the Italian border, introducing the lives and...

Get Your Life in Order with Martha Stewart's Expert Guidance Martha Stewart's Organizing The Manual is a comprehensive guide to bringing order to your life, home, and routines. With hundreds of...

Mastering the Art of French Cooking, Vol. 2 is a comprehensive guide to the art of French cuisine. First published in 1961, this book represents a commitment to a certain way of life, one that values...

The Night Circus A mysterious and enchanting circus appears seemingly out of nowhere, its black and white striped tents towering above the grey sky. As dusk falls, tiny lights begin to flicker across...

Thirty Days in Paris is a gorgeously romantic and uplifting novel about a woman's journey of self-discovery and second chances. Juliet leaves a piece of her heart in Paris years ago, and now, with...

Experience the authentic flavours of Spain with this comprehensive cookbook from the creators of the acclaimed Barrafina restaurant.Inside, you'll find over 120 recipes to help you recreate the...

Align Your Team for Success with This Powerful Visual Management Tool High-Impact Tools for Teams is a practical guide to using a simple yet powerful tool to help team leaders and members align and...

This comprehensive overview of Chinese porcelain history explores the evolution of the great kilns and the cultural implications of porcelain's shapes, uses, colors, styles, and patterns. From its...

Aesthetics, the second volume of Michel Foucault's collected works, explores the philosophy, literature, and art that shaped his approach to ethics and power. Foucault engages with key thinkers such...

Philippe Coutinho: From Backyard to Superstar The story of Philippe Coutinho is one of passion, dedication and perseverance. From the sun-kissed streets of Rio de Janeiro to the iconic stadiums of...

The Atlas of Microstates is a fascinating atlas that explores the unique history, politics, and self-determination of the world's smallest states. Defined as sovereign states with a very small...

Rudolf Steiner's Rosicrucian Wisdom: An Introduction to Modern Spirituality This comprehensive introduction to modern spirituality presents a unique blend of esoteric teaching and practical...

The Simple Guide to Understanding Shame in Children: What it Is, what Helps and how to Prevent Further Stress Or Trauma by Betsy de ThierryThis accessible guide provides straightforward answers and...

Parzival, composed in the early thirteenth century, is a re-creation and completion of the story left unfinished by its initiator Chrétien de Troyes. Set against the backdrop of King Arthur's court,...

The Mosquito Intruders: Target Burma is a detailed account of the RAF's daring low-level operations against Japan in Burma during World War II. Using diaries, first-hand accounts, and official...

The Form of the Book Book brings together key essays on the history and future of book design from leading graphic designers and theorists. This collection offers in-depth analyses of significant...

Charles II's Illegitimate Children: Royal Bastards The Stuart dynasty was marked by scandal and intrigue, particularly when it came to Charles II's numerous illegitimate children. Born out of...

The Agincourt Bride by Joanna Hickson is a historical novel that explores the tumultuous world of 15th-century France. When her own child dies, young Mette is forced into service as a wet-nurse at...

French Tales offers a rich and varied portrait of French society and culture through its short fiction. Spanning twenty-two regions across France, this collection brings together an engaging range of...

Fernando Pessoa's Selected Poems offer a unique glimpse into the mind of one of the 20th century's most innovative writers. This collection features a range of his most famous voices, including...

Don Quixote, a masterpiece of world fiction, chronicles the famous picaresque adventures of the noble knight-errant Don Quixote de La Mancha and his faithful squire, Sancho Panza. Together they...

Ann Voskamp invites you to discover a way of seeing that opens your eyes to ordinary amazing grace, a way of living that is fully alive, and a way of becoming present to God that brings you deep and...

The Waiting Game: The Untold Story of the Women who Served the Tudor Queens The lives of the ladies-in-waiting to the Tudor queens are a fascinating and often overlooked aspect of history. These...

In 1920s Paris, Tatiana Vytenis has built a new life, one that seems to have left her past behind. As a sought-after model and engaged to the wealthy Gérard de Sainte-Vierge, she feels a sense of...

The Outcasts of Time by Ian Mortimer is a stunningly high-concept historical novel that explores the human condition through a unique and gripping narrative. Set against the backdrop of the Black...

The key to understanding ourselves and our lives lies in exploring the differences between Eastern and Western thought on the nature of the human mind and our place in the world. This book brings...

Over one hundred of the most significant houses of the past hundred years are featured in this comprehensive book on modern architecture. From seminal works by Le Corbusier, Frank Lloyd Wright, and...

Art and Architecture: a Place Between by Jane Rendell explores the evolving relationship between artists and architects, challenging traditional boundaries between the two fields. This book delves...

Stepping-stones A Journey Through the Ice Age Caves of the Dordogne offers an intimate understanding of the cave art and artists of France's Dordogne region. Over 25 years of teaching and research,...

Gertrude Stein's most well-known work, The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas, is presented in an illustrated edition featuring vibrant and fanciful images by artist Maira Kalman. This biography,...

Defeat and Division: France at War, 1939-1942 is a comprehensive account of France's experience during World War II. Douglas Porch examines the events leading to France's collapse in 1940, the...

At St. Aidan's Great boarding school, Greer MacDonald struggles to find her place among the privileged pupils. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she receives a mysterious invitation with just...

Riambel by Priya N. Hein is a powerful and poignant tale that explores the complexities of servitude, seduction, and abandonment in a world marked by class and ethnicity. Against the backdrop of...

Atlas: The Story of Pa Salt is the final book in Lucinda Riley's epic series, The Seven Sisters. Spanning a lifetime of love and loss, this novel draws the series to its stunning conclusion.Set...

Alejandro Valverde, the 'Green Bullet', was a dominant force in Spanish cycling for nearly three decades. His remarkable career was marked by incredible talent, charisma, and a high-wire walk between...

When the world is still counting the cost of the Second World War, a young boy's life is turned upside down. Stranded at boarding school, his vulnerability attracts the attention of his piano...

Sophie Fevvers is a mystery, a performance of identity that captivates all who see her. Part swan, part woman, she dazzles with her aerial skills and charms the Prince of Wales. But what lies beneath...

Theodora Morgan, a renowned businesswoman, has built a reputation as a fashion icon, but her personal life has been marred by tragedy. A year ago, her husband and son were kidnapped, and the case...

The Thread of Dao: Unraveling Early Daoist Oral Traditions in Guan Zi's "Purifying the Heart-Mind (Bai Xin)," "Art of the Heart Mind (Xin Shu)," and "Internal Cultivation (Nei Ye)" This collection of...

Léon Delafosse is a rising star in the French music scene, but his path to success is fraught with challenges. As the youngest student ever accepted into the prestigious Paris Conservatory, he needs...

Embracing the joy of Paris wherever you live is within reach with this beautifully photographed guide. American expat Ajiri Aki shares her experiences and lessons learned from living in Paris,...

The Kennedy twins are about to find themselves in a world of trouble. Twin sisters Lily and Daisy live a life controlled by their father Des, who forces them to perform at Eden's, a seedy London club...

The de Havilland Mosquito was a remarkable aircraft that played a crucial role in the RAF's offensive against Nazi Germany during World War II. Nicknamed 'the wooden wonder' for its composite wooden...

The African Origin of Civilization: Myth or Reality by Cheikh Anta Diop A groundbreaking work that challenges conventional wisdom on the origins of human civilization. Edited and translated by Mercer...

A story about the beauty of French land and the joy of working with it. Richard Goodman's memoir begins with an ad for a stone house in the south of France, which he and his girlfriend leave behind...

Simulations is a groundbreaking thesis that explores the nature of reality in contemporary consumer societies. Baudrillard's bold extrapolation on Ferdinand de Saussure's general theory of general...

Stevie Cameron's investigative tour de force tells the story of Robert William Pickton, one of North America's most prolific serial killers. Cameron first began following the case in 1998, when...

Alexander Hamilton is a landmark biography that sets the record straight on the life of one of America's most brilliant, charismatic and dangerous founders. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Ron Chernow...

Discover the Camino Portugués, a 620km pilgrimage route through Portugal, from Lisbon, Porto, or Tui to Santiago de Compostela. This popular alternative to the Camino Francés offers a unique walking...

Nazi Billionaires: The Dark History of Germany's Wealthiest Dynasties A groundbreaking investigation into the complicity of German tycoons with the Nazi regime, revealing how they amassed untold...

This special edition Ultimate Football Heroes book is a must-have for football fans of all ages. It tells the inspiring stories of six top football players - Sadio Mané, Kylian Mbappé, Lionel Messi,...

Learn to draw perfect portraits with Fernanda Soares de Carvalho's primer, Dynamic Character Design. This book shows you how to work with digital or traditional drawing tools to create faces, facial...

Joan Didion's memoir, Where I Was From, is a moving exploration of her own confusions about the place and the way she grew up, and the culture that shaped her life. The book follows her family's...

Calm-A-Doodle Doodle Your Way to Calm is a supersized, super-cool doodling and colouring extravaganza. Grab your colouring pens and pencils and get comfy to help your imagination flow and your...

William Marshal's life has been one of loyalty and service, rewarded by the hand in marriage to Isabelle de Clare. As a powerful magnate, he has navigated the complexities of royal politics,...

Explore the Natural Beauty of Andalucia with 36 Walking Routes Walking in Andalucia offers a unique opportunity to experience the natural beauty of Spain's southern region, with its six stunning...

Graeae Plays 1: New Plays Redefining Disability brings together six innovative plays that challenge and redefine our understanding of disability. This groundbreaking collection is introduced by Dame...

Manon Lescaut Newly Translated and Annotated by Antoine François Prévost. In 18th-century France, love can be both alluring and destructive. This story tells the story of Des Grieux's doomed romance...

Lt Col. Robert Blair Mayne's remarkable life story is one of exceptional bravery and unorthodox tactics that would shape the course of military special operations for decades to come. A decorated...

Psalms for the End of the World is a mind-bendingly clever and utterly gripping novel that spans continents, centuries, and dimensions. When physics student Grace Pulansky's life is turned upside...

The 1920s were a time of great change and liberation for young women. They dared to be different, to challenge traditional norms and expectations. For six remarkable individuals - Diana Cooper, Nancy...

The Wuhan Cover-Up And the Terrifying Bioweapons Arms Race by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. A shocking exposé of the cover-up behind the true origins of COVID-19, revealing decades of lies and deceit. Robert...

The Wu-Tang Manual is a comprehensive guide to the philosophy and history of the Wu-Tang Clan, written by the group's de facto leader, The RZA. This book unravels the intricate web of personalities,...

Behind Enemy Lines: The Autobiography of Britain's Most Decorated Living War Hero Sir Tommy Macpherson's remarkable story has remained untold for 65 years, despite his impressive military record. The...

Belle's obsession with her skin and skincare videos has become an all-consuming force in her life. When her estranged mother Noelle mysteriously dies, Belle is left to deal with the consequences,...

J.R.R. Tolkien's "On Fairy-stories" is a seminal essay that defined his vision for fantasy as a literary form, shaping the creation of The Lord of the Rings. This new expanded edition includes...

2000 AD Vs Battle Action: Comics Collide! brings together the iconic worlds of two legendary comics in a thrilling crossover event. This all-new collection reworks classic Battle Action strips into...

Germany's French Allies 1941-45 by Massimiliano Afiero is a comprehensive study of the Wehrmacht's French volunteer units during World War II. These units played a significant role in some of the...

The story of Christiane Desroches-Noblecourt is one of remarkable bravery and determination. In the 1960s, she played a crucial role in saving Egypt's ancient temples from destruction by leading a...

Mastering endgame patterns is key to improving your chess game. This comprehensive guide presents 100 essential patterns that can help you spot key moves, analyse and calculate more effectively, and...

The Belly of Paris by Émile Zola In 1851, Louis-Napoleon's coup d'état led to the unjust deportation of Florent Quenu to Devil's Island. He escapes and returns to Paris, only to find the city...

The Interoceptive Mind: From Homeostasis to Awareness by Manos Tsakiris and Helena De Preester is a comprehensive exploration of interoception, the body-to-brain axis that enables us to sense our...

King of Battle and Blood by Scarlett St. Clair is a dark fantasy novel that tells the story of Isolde de Lara, who is forced to marry the vampire king Adrian Aleksandr Vasiliev in order to end a...

Conan the Barbarian: The Age Unconquered Vol.3 is a thrilling new chapter in the ongoing comic series. Jim Zub's action-packed story brings together two legendary heroes, Conan and Kull, as they...

How do you live? This question has obsessed many, but none more than Michel Eyquem de Montaigne, the first truly modern individual. A Renaissance writer, Montaigne's essays, written in the 16th...

A dark and seductive tale of ambition and obsession, An Education in Malice is a Gothic romance that explores the complexities of girlhood, loneliness, and longing. In the isolated and ancient Saint...

Manuel de Pedrolo's post-apocalyptic novel tells the story of two children who survive the destruction of Earth by alien explorers. Alba and Dídac retreat to the forest and journey to the rubble of...

Gerard de Nerval's Selected Writings offers a comprehensive overview of the French writer's innovative and influential body of work. This collection brings together a range of Nerval's poetry, prose,...

Raphael de Valentin, a young aristocrat, has lost all his money in the gaming parlours of Paris. Desperate, he contemplates ending his life by throwing himself into the Seine. His fate is altered by...

When Emma falls for Connor Drake, she knows it's not supposed to happen. But as she's drawn to his poetry and the gentle soul behind it, she can't help but feel a connection. Yet, she can't shake the...

Brother Cadfael's Penance is a gripping mystery novel by Ellis Peters, set against the backdrop of the tumultuous 12th-century English Civil War. When Olivier de Bretagne, the son of a monk, is taken...

Spinoza: A Very Short Introduction by Roger Scruton This concise introduction to the life and thought of Benedict de Spinoza provides a clear and systematic analysis of his philosophical ideas...

Alcohol can be a destructive force in our lives. For Andy Smith, it was ruining his relationships, health and sanity. Despite trying various approaches such as AA, willpower, counselling and...