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George Junius Stinney Jr. was executed at 7:30 a.m. on June 16, 1944, in South Carolina, becoming the youngest person to be put to death in the United States during the twentieth century. A trial...

A Life Cut Short at the Little Big Horn tells the story of George Edwin Lord, one of three physicians present at the Battle of the Little Big Horn. Commissioned as an assistant surgeon with the 7th...

Empires of the Imagination: A Critical Survey of Fantasy Cinema from Georges Melies to The Lord of the Rings by Alec Worley is a comprehensive analysis of fantasy film that challenges common...

Alice Wheeldon: A Trial of Betrayal and Deception In 1917, Alice Wheeldon, a prominent suffragist, was put on trial for allegedly plotting to assassinate Prime Minister Lloyd George. This play...

King George's Army: British Regiments and the Men Who Led Them 1793-1815 Volume 1: Administration and Cavalry provides an in-depth look at the cavalry regiments that made up the army of King George...

Christie Watson's memoir is a candid and humorous account of her journey through midlife, from the highs of female friendship to the challenges of a changing body. The author recounts her experiences...

George's Marvellous Medicine is a Level 3 Reader in the Penguin Readers series, designed to help language learners improve their English skills. This A2-level text introduces learners to the present...

Agatha Christie's Peril at End House is a sensational mystery thriller set in her Devonshire homeland. A young woman, Nick Buckley, arrives on holiday in Cornwall, only to be found with a bullet-hole...

George Mantello's courageous actions in 1942-45 halted the daily deportation of Hungarian Jews to Auschwitz. This is his remarkable story, one that highlights the intersection of politics and...

This collection of short stories from H.P. Lovecraft's Cthulhu Mythos is a worthwhile read for horror lovers and fans of supernatural fiction.Within its pages, you'll find eight terrifying tales that...

The Duty to Stand Aside: A Literary-Political Feud in 20th-Century England Eric Laursen explores one of the most intriguing literary-political feuds of the 20th century, examining the arguments that...

A gripping London crime thriller from bestselling author Colin Falconer. Two women are snatched off the streets in one weekend, and DI Charlie George's team must work fast to find them before it's...

Rethinking Therapeutic Reading Lessons from Seneca, Montaigne, Wordsworth and George Eliot by Kelda Green explores how literature can create spaces for personal thinking. By combining literary...

The Reading Room of the British Museum: A Space for Women Writers This study explores the Reading Room of the British Museum as a site of imaginative potential for modern women writers in Victorian...

King George: What Was His Problem?: Everything Your Schoolbooks Didn't Tell You About the American Revolution by Steve Sheinkin is an engaging and entertaining account of the birth of America.This...

George Orwell's novels have been subject to diverse interpretations and responses over time. A polemicist and satirist at heart, Orwell's work continues to provoke debate with its anti-totalitarian...

This re-examination of US foreign policy from George Bush Sr. to Donald Trump challenges the prevailing narrative that post-Cold War years were marked by failure.Timothy J. Lynch argues that the Cold...

Bent Coppers: The Story of the Man Who Arrested John Lennon, George Harrison and Brian Jones In 1967, London was gripped by an explosion of recreational drugs, fueling a growing hippy culture that...

The Boy Generals: George Custer, Wesley Merritt, and the Cavalry of the Army of the Potomac Volume 2 - From the Gettysburg Retreat Through the Shenandoah Valley Campaign of 1864 by Adolfo Ovies. This...

Highly collectible household objects designed and signed by name artists of the 1950s and 1960s are presented here. Georges Briard is one of the leading designers and marketing wizards of this style,...

The Naval History of Great Britain from the Declaration of War by France in 1793 to the Accession of George IV Volume Two is a comprehensive account of the Royal Navy's actions during the Napoleonic...

Barry Seal's life was marked by extremes: flying cocaine and weapons worth billions into America in the 1980s, becoming a government informant, and then facing a million-dollar price on his head from...

American troops invaded North Africa in November 1942, but it wasn't until February of the following year that they faced serious resistance. The Germans, led by Rommel's Afrika Korps, gave them a...

The Bermondsey Murder: A Full Report of the Trial of Frederick George Manning and Maria Manning, for the Murder of Patrick O'Connor, at Minve by Frederick George Manning. This is a firsthand account...

No Filters: A Mother and Teenage Daughter's Love Story by Christie Watson and Rowan Egberongbe is a heartwarming and honest exploration of the challenges of intergenerational communication.The book...

The Last Cavalry Sword: An Illustrated History of the Twilight Years of Cavalry Swords and the US Army's Last Sword. This book tells the story of the last sword ever designed by a major power for its...

Barry Seal's story is one of intrigue and deception. As a CIA pilot in the 1980s, he flew cocaine and weapons worth billions of dollars into and out of America. After becoming a government informant,...

Bent Coppers: The Story of the Man Who Arrested John Lennon, George Harrison and Brian Jones In 1967, London was gripped by a cultural explosion that saw crime rates soar and the tabloid press become...

The Historic Murder Trial of George Crawford Charles Hamilton Houston, the NAACP and the Case That Put All-White Southern Juries on Trial by David Bradley In 1930s Northern Virginia, a shocking...

Constructive Anatomy provides a comprehensive guide to the human body in motion and repose. Nearly 500 illustrations by George B. Bridgman showcase the intricate details of bone and muscle structure,...

Conversations on the Edge of the Apocalypse explores the future of humanity and the nature of consciousness through thought-provoking discussions with leading thinkers. David Jay Brown brings...

Published by the British Library, this volume brings together three unique journals from 1774: those of Thomas Roberts, George Farrington, and Lord Orford. Edited by J.W. Childers, it offers a...

Explore the stunning grounds and legendary gardens of Friar Park, the beloved estate of George Harrison, in this unique guide for time-travelers.Embark on a journey through the 19th century, from...

The Great Texas Wind Rush: How George Bush, Ann Richards, and a Bunch of Tinkerers Helped the Oil and Gas State Win the Race to Wind Power In the late 1990s, West Texas was marked by rundown towns...

George Crumb's music offers a unique perspective on American identity and collective memory. This book explores two key works, The Winds of Destiny (2004) and Black Angels (1970), as part of a...

The Complete Novels & Novellas of Stephen CraneThis comprehensive collection brings together some of the most significant works of American literature from the late 19th and early 20th centuries...

Christie Brinkley shares her secrets to maintaining a youthful appearance, from skincare and diet to makeup and fashion. With years of experience as a supermodel, she offers practical tips and advice...

The Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell is a deliciously entertaining whodunit that combines the charm of a culinary competition with the suspense of a murder mystery.When six amateur bakers compete in...

Discover the Western heroes of Hollywood's golden age in this in-depth look at the careers of Randolph Scott, Audie Murphy, Joel McCrea and George Montgomery.The modern Western has lost its way,...

The role of faith in American presidential history has undergone significant changes since the 1960s. Historian Randall Balmer explores how religion has influenced the personal and political lives of...

A visually engaging chronicle of British history from 1714 to the present day, tracing the development of the royal family and the growth of the British Empire.From the accession of George I in 1714...

A Report of The Whole of The Proceedings Previous To, With a Note of The Evidence on, The Trial of Robert Keon, Gent. for The Murder of George Nugent Reynolds, Esq. This book provides an official...

The Philokalia Volume 5: A Treasury of Spiritual Wisdom This English translation of the fifth volume of the Philokalia brings together the teachings of saints on various spiritual virtues and...

The Agathas by Kathleen Glasgow and Liz Lawson In the sleepy seaside town of Castle Cove, a murder has shaken the community, and everyone's pointing fingers at the wrong person. For Alice Ogilvie, a...

The Papers of George Augustus Robinson, Chief Protector, Port Phillip Aboriginal Protectorate Volume Three: Miscellanea is a collection of Aboriginal vocabularies and other miscellaneous documents...

A group of strangers finds themselves trapped in a boarding house during a snowstorm, with one of them being a murderer. The suspects include the newly married couple who run the house, as well as a...

George Santayana's Hermeneutics of Finite Life and Human Self by Katarzyna Kremplewska offers a holistic reinterpretation of Santayana's thought as a dramatic philosophy of life. This book provides a...

Robert Draper's unique access to key figures in the administration has resulted in an intimate portrait of the Bush years. This biography delivers fresh reportage on the tumultuous decade, focusing...

The French Invasion of Britain and Ireland, 1792-1815: A Revolutionary Threat to the British Government. In 1793, France declared war on Britain, marking a significant turning point in British...

Death on the Lusitania Set against the backdrop of World War I, this immersive historical novel follows a mysterious death on board the ill-fated ocean liner RMS Lusitania. In 1915, the ship departs...

The Last Dollar Princess is a gripping historical novel about a young woman's struggle for independence in a society governed by strict rules. Born into a family with a scandalous past, heiress India...

The Art of the English Murder by Lucy Worsley explores the phenomenon of murder in England, tracing its development from a dark and shameful deed to a national obsession. Worsley examines notorious...

A Voyage Round the World in the Years MDCCXL, I, II, III, IV by George Anson is a rare and valuable account of one man's journey around the world. First compiled from his papers and materials, this...

Zak George's Guide to a Well-Behaved Dog is a practical and compassionate approach to common dog training problems.This problem-based guide provides step-by-step instructions for dealing with issues...

Bullets in the Sand by A. J. Aberford is a gripping novel that explores the complexities of human relationships and the devastating consequences of violence. Set against the backdrop of a tumultuous...

A gripping thriller set in Amsterdam, where a young criminologist becomes embroiled in a sinister plot. When a bomb explodes at the University of Amsterdam, aspiring criminologist Georgina McKenzie...

Bodies in the Water by Aj Aberford is a gripping mystery that delves into the darker side of human nature. When a body is discovered in the water, the investigation that follows reveals a complex web...

George Peele - The Arraignment of Paris 'And Deadly Rivers of Th' Infernal Jove, Where Bloodless Ghosts in Pains of Endless Date, Fill Ruthless Ears with Never-ceasing Cries' This 16th-century...

George M. Low was a visionary leader who played a crucial role in shaping the US human spaceflight program from its inception in 1958 until his retirement in 1976. As chief of manned spaceflight, he...

The Mysterious Affair at Styles, a seminal work of Golden Age Detective Fiction, introduces readers to the iconic Belgian detective Hercule Poirot. Set in a large, isolated country manor, the story...

Fires rage across the mountain landscape in this gripping mystery thriller. A complex web of secrets and lies is slowly unraveled as the truth behind a tragic event begins to emerge.AJ Aberford's...

Agatha Christie's Evil Under the Sun is a gripping seaside mystery thriller set against the stunning backdrop of Burgh Island. A beautiful woman's body is found strangled on a beach, with no sun in...

A Murder is Announced by Agatha Christie In the quiet English village of Chipping Cleghorn, a mysterious announcement sets off a chain of events that will change everything. A notice in the local...

A beautiful heiress is fatally poisoned in a West End restaurant. Six people sit down to dinner at a table laid for seven, with a sprig of rosemary in solemn memory of Rosemary Barton, who died at...

A collection of ingenious short stories featuring the renowned detective Hercule Poirot, renowned for his exceptional detective skills. In these tales, Poirot uses his 'little grey cells' to unravel...

The Murder on the Links by Agatha Christie is a gripping mystery that follows Belgian detective Hercule Poirot as he investigates a gruesome crime in France. Upon his arrival at the scene, Poirot...

Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot's Christmas is a seasonal mystery thriller that takes place on Christmas Eve. A sudden and violent death shatters the Lee family reunion, leaving a trail of suspicion...

Threatening notes from beyond the grave, a ghostly face at a window, and a woman found murdered in a locked room that no one could have entered. Hercule Poirot is back, and mystery is on the menu. On...

Christy Dignam's autobiography is a candid and unflinching account of his life, from his early days as a singer to his struggles with addiction and his eventual return to music. Formed in the early...

Texting with U.S. Presidents George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt is a unique biography collection for kids that brings history to life through modern texting conversations...

A glamorous movie star's arrival in a quiet village sets tongues wagging. Marina Gregg's presence is met with curiosity, but her sudden death sparks more questions than answers. As the police...

Witness for the Prosecution: Play (Acting Edition S.) A gripping drama of deception and betrayal, Witness for the Prosecution is a suspenseful thriller that keeps audiences guessing until the very...

Agatha Christie's Towards Zero is a tense and ingenious novel about a house party of enemies drawn together by a scandalous celebrity divorce. British tennis star Nevile Strange and his ex-wife...

When the body of Mrs McGinty is discovered in her parlour, the local community is shocked by the brutal nature of the crime. The investigation that follows reveals a complex web of relationships and...

A young man, broken down in the fog, witnesses a murder he is asked to conceal. A stranger's car crashes in a ditch, leading him to an isolated house where he finds a woman standing over the dead...

The Mystery of the Blue Train by Agatha Christie A luxurious train journey from London to Nice takes a deadly turn when the body of Ruth Kettering is discovered on board. The victim's husband, Derek,...

Colonel Robert Michael Powell and Captain George Hillyer were two Confederate officers who fought bravely at Gettysburg in 1863. Their experiences during the battle are vividly described in this...

Greenwood is a magnificent generational saga that charts a family's rise and fall, its secrets and inherited crimes. Set against the backdrop of a vast and violent timber empire, this superb novel...

The Affair of the Mutilated Mink is a murder mystery that pays homage to Golden Age crime fiction. When a Hollywood star and producer arrive at a country estate, they bring with them a crowd of...

George Etherege - She Would If She Could When Love Grows Diseased, the Best Thing We Can Do Is to Put It to a Violent Death. I Cannot Endure the Torture of a Lingering and Consumptive Passion A...

An early novel from P.G. Wodehouse, written in collaboration with a friend, offers a fascinating glimpse into an experimental writer's style. This story features multiple narrators and plays with...

Agatha Christie's They Came to Baghdad is a gripping international mystery thriller that brings together a secret summit of superpowers in Baghdad. A British agent, Carmichael, holds the key to...

Ten strangers are invited to an isolated island mansion, only to be accused of a terrible crime and cut off from the mainland. As one by one they are picked off, the remaining guests must stay one...

The Great Tower of Elfland: A Unified Worldview of Four Visionary Authors This book offers a fresh perspective on the literary and intellectual connections between four influential authors: J.R.R...

This gorgeous archival hardcover collection brings together the most renowned and celebrated comic strip in the art form's history, featuring its madcap animal inhabitants. The Krazy Kat Sunday...

The Last Bird of Paradise by Aj Aberford is a gripping mystery that delves into the darker side of human nature. When a series of unexplained events unfolds, a small community is forced to confront...

Agatha Christie's Poirot and Marple short story collection is presented in a new hardback special edition. This collection of five baffling cases showcases the detective skills of Monsieur Hercule...

A Watermelon, a Fish and a Bible by Christy Lefteri is a moving novel about love and war. In July 1974, the Turkish army invaded the town of Kyrenia in Cyprus, bringing an end to life as people knew...

Twenty years have passed since the loss of a loved one, and a message in a bottle has finally reached dry land. Olivia Harrison presents a poignant collection of twenty poems, Came the Lightening,...

Emily Applegate's wedding plans are in disarray when her best friend's dream venue is cancelled at the last minute. With guests arriving from all over and chaos ensuing, Emily decides to take charge...

Ruthlessly ambitious, anxious perfectionist, and free-spirited risk-taker - three women, one unbreakable bond. For twenty-five years, Olivia, Laura, and Anjali have been inseparable, their friendship...

Your Own Perfect Medicine by Martha M. Christy explores the potential health benefits of urine, a substance that contains a wide range of nutrients, vitamins, hormones, minerals, antibodies, and...

Agatha Christie's The Adventure of the Christmas Pudding is a collection of five short stories that showcase the remarkable detective skills of Monsieur Hercule Poirot. The season is set, but the...

The World Set Free by Herbert George Wells In this 1914 novel, H.G. Wells explores the devastating consequences of nuclear war, predicting a future where humanity's mastery of power and energy has...

George Orwell's Complete Novels offer a profound insight into humanity and the dangers of unchecked power. This collection includes six highly original novels that showcase Orwell's unique...

In the Wild Cards universe, an alien virus has left its mark on humanity. This graphic novel explores one traumatic incident from the past and its hard truths in the present. Ana Cortez and Kate...

The Theory and Practice of History by Leopold von Ranke is a foundational collection of writings on historiography. First published in 1973, this updated edition brings together previously...

Princess Sabra's simple life is turned upside down when her kingdom is attacked by a fierce dragon. With her land and people in danger, she must find a way to save them.A strange soldier appears,...

Helping you achieve success in your GCSE English Literature exams, York Notes for GCSE offer an exciting approach to studying the subject. With detailed summaries and commentaries on key themes,...

In 1955, Vivien Lowry's latest play opened in the West End to critical acclaim from the audience, but savage reviews from critics shut down her career. With her future in London uncertain, she takes...