4205 results for 'Martin Esslin'

The Hermetic Art of Memory by Alexander Dickson, Paul Ferguson and Martin FaulksThis collection brings together two influential works from the 16th century: The Shadow of Reason and Judgement (1583)...

When years of working together have forged an unbreakable bond, it's easy to think you know someone inside and out. For Casey Wicker and Martin Bishop, their British Secret Service partnership has...

Discover everything you need to become a successful property investor, developer or renovator with Martin Roberts' practical and inspirational guide. From buying a house at the best possible price to...

The Anglo-Saxon Age in 100 Facts by Martin Wall Discover the fascinating story of the Anglo-Saxons, a people who shaped the course of English history. From their arrival in Britain to the Norman...

Fevre Dream: A Novel by George R. R. Martin is set in 1857 and follows Abner Marsh, a struggling riverboat captain, as he makes a deal with the enigmatic Joshua York. As they embark on their...

The Story of Israel From Theodor Herzl to the Dream for Peace by Martin Gilbert Seventy years after its establishment, Israel's story remains a complex and fascinating one. This comprehensive history...

Music of the Night is an anthology of original short stories by members of the Crime Writers' Association (CWA), edited by Martin Edwards. The theme of music ties together a diverse range of tales,...

The city's hidden history can be found in its abandoned spaces. These neglected areas are a testament to the constant evolution of urban landscapes, yet development often struggles to eradicate them...

Angela Martin's debut book, My American Dream, is a poignant exploration of finding solace in the ruins of abandoned places. Through her provocative photographs, she shares a personal story of losing...

The Fire Lily: A Life in Leadership Transformed is a deeply personal and reflective account of sixty years of life, spanning twenty years in business and twenty years as an ordained priest. Martin...

Benedict Arnold, Revolutionary Hero: A Reconsideration of an American Warrior. The life of Benedict Arnold is one of the most infamous in American history, yet he was once hailed as a hero. This...

The Secret Life of an American Codebreaker by Jan Slimming is a fascinating true account of one woman's secret life during World War II. In 1943, college student Janice Martin was recruited to the...

The Other Side of the Hedge by Paul Martin is a thoughtful exploration of the natural world. The author's passion for observing and understanding the creatures that inhabit our surroundings is...

The Flower Show Murder by Faith Martin A murder mystery unfolds at a picturesque English village's flower show, where a seemingly innocent event turns deadly. When the vicar's wife, Monica Noble, is...

Nightflyers and Other Stories is an epic collection of science fiction tales by George R. R. Martin.On a voyage toward the boundaries of the known universe, nine misfit academics seek out first...

Coldplay: Look at the Stars by Phil O'Brien is an intimate account of one of the world's most successful rock bands. The story follows the band's rise to fame, with a particular focus on lead singer...

The Devil's Buffet by Nigel Martin is a gripping tale of science gone wrong. When a breakthrough vaccination for the common cold using nanobots seems to hold all the answers, a solar storm sets off a...

No is Short for Next Opportunity: How Top Sales Professionals Think by Martin LimbeckSelling can be easy if you offer the lowest price or a top brand that everyone wants, but what happens when the...

An Unsuspecting Child Coming to Grips with Covert Childhood Abuse by Marylee Martin is a personal memoir and psychological exploration of the lasting impact of childhood abuse.The effects of abuse on...

When Martin Brand's large estate is left to his niece Marion, she's shocked to discover that she'll have to share her new home with his family. But things take a deadly turn when a body is found on...

A chilling debut novel of psychological suspense from Helen Callaghan. Margot Lewis is a teacher at an exclusive high school in Cambridge, who also writes an advice column for the local newspaper...

At 49, with a kind face and no major health issues apart from varicose veins, Martin Santomé is about to retire. He's looking forward to taking up a new hobby, perhaps gardening or playing the guitar...

The Reel Truth: Everything You Didn't Know You Need to Know About Making an Independent FilmReed Martin's insightful guide reveals the common pitfalls and mistakes that aspiring filmmakers encounter,...

New evidence challenges our understanding of Salem's dark past. In this groundbreaking book, Stephen Hawley Martin presents a compelling case that God, Satan, and heaven are real, and that the theory...

Speedwell Book Three in The Katherine Wheel Series by Alex Martin As the 1920s dawn, Katy and Jem's future hangs in the balance. They must navigate the challenges of their new enterprise, risking...

The influence of religion on liberal democracy has been masked by a fundamental binary opposition between public and private spheres. In 'Masking Hegemony', Craig Martin critically examines this...

South African Cinema 1896-2010 by Martin Botha provides an in-depth analysis of South Africa's film history, exploring the aesthetic highlights of the medium against the country's complex social and...

A Very Very Dark Matter by Martin McDonagh is a darkly comedic play that delves into the depths of the imagination. Set in a Copenhagen townhouse, the story revolves around a mysterious presence...

The Cripple of Inishmaan by Martin McDonagh is a darkly comedic portrayal of a community bound by its own narrow-mindedness. When news spreads that a Hollywood director is coming to film a...

The Best Is Yet To Be by Martin Down Retirement is a major transition in modern life, bringing about significant changes in our outward circumstances. However, it's essential to remember that this...

A remarkable story of friendship and peace-building emerges from this powerful memoir. In 2006, David Latimer's church was targeted in an attack, prompting him to reach out to Martin McGuinness for...

The Abiding Presence by Hugh Martin is a biography that concludes with a promise: 'I am with you always, even to the end of the world.' This living history makes the Evangelists' account more than...

Getting The Picture is a moving novel that explores the complexities of family secrets and abiding love. When Maureen's husband passes away, Martin Morris moves into a retirement home, where he...

Train Teasers A Quiz Book for the Cultured Trainspotter by Andrew Martin is a fascinating quiz that takes you on an eye-opening journey through British railway history. With its unique blend of...

Juke Joints, Jazz Clubs, and Juice: A Cocktail Recipe BookDiscover the fascinating history of Black mixology and its enduring influence on American cocktail culture through 70 rediscovered,...

Martin Gardner's latest book explores some of the most fascinating and thought-provoking scientific concepts out there. From the possibility of multiple universes to theories about time going...

El arte y el espacio by Martin Heidegger In 1969, philosopher Martin Heidegger met artist Eduardo Chillida at an event organized by the Erker gallery in St. Gallen, Switzerland. This chance encounter...

The Pillowman A Play by Martin McDonagh A writer in a totalitarian state is interrogated about the gruesome content of his short stories, which bear an unsettling resemblance to a series of child...

Cut your bills without cutting back. Get more money in your pocket with clear-cut advice from Martin Lewis. This revised edition of The Money Diet provides detailed, no-nonsense guidance on managing...

The Last Recreations: Hydras, Eggs, and Other Mathematical Mystifications by Martin Gardner. This collection of mathematical columns from Scientific American is a culmination of Martin Gardner's most...

The Kingdom of the Occult by Walter Martin and others is a comprehensive guide to understanding the world of occultism. This timely follow-up to Dr. Martin's bestselling work explores the scope and...

This is Not the End Conversations on Borderline Personality Disorder by Tabetha Martin offers a unique and honest portrayal of living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Through personal...

Benching Jim Crow: The Rise and Fall of the Color Line in Southern College Sports, 1890-1980This book explores how segregation in American college athletics evolved over time, with southern colleges...

The Casebook of Inspector Armstrong, Volume 1 by Martin Daley is set in Edwardian Carlisle and follows Detective Inspector Cornelius Armstrong as he investigates a brutal murder that leads to a wider...

Learn the tricks of the property trade from a seasoned expert. Martin Roberts' comprehensive guide covers everything from buying at the best possible price to undertaking a conversion project, and...

A broke British drama teacher seeks a deadly escape route from his subprime mortgage, but a beautiful staff nurse with her own ruthless plans complicates matters. As Martin navigates a web of...

Is love worth risking everything for? In "Regency Whispers: Scandalous Matches A Match to Fool Society" and "the Kiss That Made Her Countess", Laura Martin weaves two captivating tales of romance,...

Higher Ground: A Mountain Guide's Life is the story of Martin Moran's life spent in the mountains. For decades, he made his living as a mountain guide based in the Scottish Highlands, but also...

The Littlest Family's Big Day by Emily Winfield Martin is a heartwarming tale about a tiny bear family and their adopted fox tot who venture out to explore their new world. With an easy-to-read story...

Whenever I Hear That Song: The Memoir of a Very British Businessman by Martin Broughton Martin Broughton's memoir offers a unique insight into the world of business and economics, drawing on his own...

Studies in Hellenistic Religions by Luther H. Martin offers a comprehensive collection of essays that explore Graeco-Roman religions from various perspectives. Spanning multiple areas, including...

Clancy Martin's account of his struggles with suicidal thoughts is a powerful exploration of the human condition. In this unflinching and deeply personal book, he shares his experiences of feeling...

A comprehensive collection of George R.R. Martin's short fiction, Dreamsongs brings together 32 stories and novellas that showcase the author's diverse range and mastery of multiple genres. This...

The Gift of Happiness by Holly Martin is a heartwarming love story that takes place in the picturesque seaside village of Happiness. Ruby Marlowe has relocated her Christmas shop to this charming...

The Hundred Years' War sets Brittany ablaze in this unputdownable medieval adventure. Freebooter Martin Kemp rides into a land torn by civil war, seeking plunder and glory with a lord whose service...

In a world where social media influence determines your job and home, corporations run the country. Fluence is set in a dystopian London where ambition and desperation collide. Amber and Martin are...

Wild Dogs and Canines! (Wild Kratts) by Martin Kratt and Chris Kratt is an engaging introduction to the fascinating world of wolves, coyotes, and wild dogs. Perfect for young nature lovers and their...

The History of Witchcraft by Lois Martin explores the historical background to the European witchcraft phenomenon. This in-depth examination delves into the growth of ideological, cultural and legal...

Against Constitutionalism by Martin Loughlin A critical analysis of constitutionalism's transformation from an increasingly irrelevant theory to the most influential philosophy of governance in the...

Swan Songs is a powerful anthology that explores the many endings that life can bring. From the end of the world to the end of a sentence, this collection of stories weaves together themes of death,...

The Heresy of Formlessness: The Roman Liturgy and Its Enemy (Revised and Expanded Edition) by Martin Mosebach. In this thought-provoking work, Martin Mosebach offers a compelling defence of the...

Sherman Plays: 2 Onassis; Passing By; The Miser A collection of three plays by Martin Sherman, exploring themes of love, obsession and status. Onassis portrays the life of Aristotle Onassis, who...

Semiotics of Visual Language by Fernande Saint-Martin is a foundational work in the field of visual semiotics. This 1990 edition explores the ways in which images and symbols convey meaning, shedding...

Reinventing Food Banks and Pantries: New Tools to End Hunger In the US, a network of over 370 food banks and more than 60,000 hunger-relief organisations provide billions of meals a year to those in...

Stride Toward Freedom: The Montgomery Story by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In 1955, a pivotal moment in American history unfolded in Montgomery, Alabama, as African Americans stood together against...

The Flying Classroom by Erich Kästner is a magical and thrilling story about friendship, fun and being brave when you are at your most scared. As Christmas holidays approach, Martin and his friends...

Angus Martin's Kintyre: The Hidden Past is a social history of the people who lived in the south-western peninsula of Argyll, Scotland. First published in 1984, this book has become a significant...

Social Work with Adults by Martin Brett Davies provides a comprehensive guide to working with vulnerable and disadvantaged adult service users. This book tackles four major themes: personalization,...

Texas Hold 'Em by George R. R. Martin is set in a world where a terrifying alien virus has devastated the Earth's population after World War II, leaving some with bizarre mental and physical...

Hardcover: 288 pages ISBN: 9781546001690 FaithWords In this insightful exploration of nine miracles of Jesus, Joby Martin reveals how each teaches us something unique about God's love and...

Ovid's epic poem, Metamorphoses, is a timeless work of Western imagination that has inspired writers for centuries. This new translation by Charles Martin brings the poem's themes of change to life...

Jenny Starling is a travelling cook with a secret life as an amateur sleuth. When she's hired to work on a luxury paddle steamer, she expects a relaxing cruise. But things take a deadly turn when a...

Martin Berg's life has been marked by creative ambition and personal turmoil. His manuscript, once nearly finished, remains in a desk drawer, a reminder of his stalled writing career. Years ago, he...

The Christian Hope: A Guide to Life After Death by Martin Down is a thoughtful exploration of what lies beyond our earthly lives. This book offers a compassionate and insightful guide for those...

A woman's disappearance sets off a chain of events that will test DCI Craig Gillard to his limits. When Liz Knight, Martin Knight's wife and ex-girlfriend of the detective, goes missing, he is drawn...

The Cambridge Introduction to Emily Dickinson provides a fresh perspective on one of America's most enigmatic poets. Wendy Martin delves behind the myth surrounding Emily Dickinson to present a poet...

Sarah Evans has returned home after being abducted and held in a dilapidated farmhouse by a group of men. With her is Martin, who turned against the other men to help her escape. He claims to be in...

A Description of the Western Islands of Scotland, Circa 1695 And a Late Voyage to St Kilda by Martin Martin offers a unique glimpse into the Hebrides at a pivotal moment in their history. Written...

A comprehensive history of Rome from its founding to Justinian's rule offers a unique perspective on the Roman civilization. Thomas R. Martin's account weaves together social, political, religious,...

The Breaking of the Image: A Sociology of Christian Theory and Practice by David Martin explores the complex relationship between Christian theory and practice. This thought-provoking work examines...

Edible: An Adventure Into the World of Eating Insects and the Last Great Hope to Save the Planet by Daniella Martin is a thought-provoking exploration of the role insects play in global food systems...

Richard Demarco's Edinburgh explores the original world vision of Sir John Falconer and Rudolph Bing, and recalls the highs and lows of The Edinburgh International Festival, The Fringe, Art, Book,...

The Life of Crime: Detecting the History of Mysteries and Their Creators by Martin Edwards is a comprehensive study of crime fiction that spans over two centuries. Winner of four major prizes, this...

Understanding anger has never been more important. This book explains exactly why we get mad, what anger really is, and how to cope with and use it for positive change.Anger is often confused with...

Biblical Hermeneutics: An Introduction to Basic Concepts of Bible Study by Lee Roy Martin is an accessible guide to understanding the process of interpreting Scripture. This concise introduction sets...

World Champion Pool Player Ray Martin shares his expertise in this authoritative guide to playing winner's pool. With over 200 illustrations, the book provides detailed instruction and technique for...

Word is Very Near You by Martin L. Smith explores the practice of prayer with Scripture, offering a unique approach to deepen one's relationship with God. This book presents scriptural passages as a...

A husband with secrets and a wife with no limits. Jody Asher had a plan: her charismatic husband would be a political icon, while she would fuel his success. For fifteen congressional terms, they...

The Coming of the Book: The Impact of Printing, 1450-1800 By Lucien Febvre and Henri-Jean Martin Verso Books, 2010 The emergence of the printed book had far-reaching consequences for Western Europe...

Bird Senses: How and What Birds See, Hear, Smell, Taste, and Feel Graham Martin's comprehensive guide to bird senses offers a fresh perspective on ornithology, exploring the intricate relationships...

David Mulkerin returns to his family farm in western NSW after giving up teaching in Sydney. Haunted by personal demons and family tragedy, he struggles to keep the farm afloat amidst drought and...

Day of All Saints by Patricia Grace King explores the lasting impact of historical trauma on individual lives. When Martín Silva de Choc's American fiancée, Abby, goes missing days before their...

Victoria Chang's latest collection of poetry explores the intersections of art, identity, and the human experience. Drawing inspiration from the work of Agnes Martin, Chang delves into themes of...

Songs of the Dying Earth: A Tribute Anthology In this unique and evocative tribute to Jack Vance's greatest novel, twenty-two new adventures are set in the world of The Dying Earth. Edited by...

Basic Concepts of Aristotelian Philosophy (Studies in Continental Thought) by Martin Heidegger In this collection of 1924 lectures, Martin Heidegger explores Aristotle's Rhetoric and delves into the...

Charles Martin's The Letter Keeper is a heart-wrenching tale of love and sacrifice. When Murphy Shepherd's new wife, her daughter, and two other teenage girls are stolen, he is left with no leads and...

Poses for Artists Volume 10 offers over 180 new comic and anime pose references to help artists overcome creative blocks and improve their figure drawing skills. By simplifying the human form, this...

The Manor House Murder by Faith Martin is a gripping murder mystery that sets the tone for a series of enjoyable whodunits. When a high-flying church conference at a manor house hotel turns deadly,...

Ángel Martín's memoir is a deeply personal account of his struggles with mental health, one that challenges the stigma surrounding mental illness and encourages open conversation.The author recounts...

Small World by Martin Parr is a biting satire that explores tourism worldwide. With over 80 photographs, this revised and extended edition features many of Parr's most iconic images, offering a...