3199 results for 'Mervyn Peake'

Tamara the Tornado: A Hero in Disguise is part of the Nature Speaks Series, which aims to educate young children about acts of nature. These books combine non-fiction facts with fictional elements to...

GCSE Chinese (9-1) Speaking and Listening Revision Guide by Alice Webb is a comprehensive study resource to help students prepare for their GCSE exams. This revision guide provides clear...

Speaking Chileno: A Guide to Spanish from Chile This comprehensive guide to Chilean Spanish vocabulary features over 2,000 words and phrases explained in English, along with sample sentences and...

The Crone Initiation: Women's Voices on Menopause and Empowerment. This anthology is a powerful exploration of the menopause journey, told through the personal stories and experiences of women. It...

Speaking God's Words: A Practical Theology of Preaching by Peter Adam is a comprehensive training manual for those involved in preaching. This insightful guide explores a vital yet often overlooked...

Habiburahman's story is one of persecution and repression, born in 1979 in western Burma. At just three years old, he was declared stateless by the country's military leader, leaving him an outlaw in...

The OET Speaking Sub-test: A Comprehensive Guide to SuccessThis study guide provides detailed preparation for the OET Speaking Sub-test, helping you understand what to expect and how to approach the...

Speaking in Tongues: A Critical Historical Examination, Volume 2 explores the concept of tongues through two thousand years of church history. This study examines how the perception and practice of...

Silence can be both awe-inspiring and oppressive. In "Interrupting Silence", Walter Brueggemann explores how silence is often used to control and marginalize those who are already vulnerable. Drawing...

It's Not Meant To Be A Secret! - God wants to speak to youNathan French shares his personal journey and experiences with faith, redemption, and healing in this inspiring book. With a background as a...

Cycling has its own unique language, shaped by its rich history and culture. This comprehensive guide presents 175 terms, including humorous and colloquial expressions, along with their origins and...

Soul Talk: The Language God Longs for Us to Speak by Larry Crabb is a thought-provoking exploration of how Christians can deepen their relationship with God through meaningful conversations.Dr. Larry...

The Message of the Sermon on the Mount by John Stott is a comprehensive exploration of Jesus' teachings in Matthew 5 through 7. This revised edition features updated language, current NIV Scripture...

A Nation of Women by Luisa Capetillo is a collection of groundbreaking feminist and socialist writings that shed light on the life and activism of a pioneering figure in the women's movement...

Common Mistakes in English Made by Spanish Speakers is a practical guide designed to help you identify and correct common errors made by Spanish speakers when speaking English. The book's aim is to...

God's generals share their wisdom and experience with readers in this inspiring book.Matthew Robert Payne interviews renowned Christian ministers, including John G. Lake, Kathryn Kuhlman, Charles...

Cruising the Chesapeake: A Gunkholer's Guide by William Shellenberger is an in-depth guide to exploring the unique hidden treasures of Chesapeake Bay. With over 3,000 miles of shoreline, the bay...

Unspeakable Literature and Terrorism from the Gunpowder Plot to 9/11 by Peter C. Herman explores how writers and filmmakers have represented terrorism in their works across centuries. These creators,...

The Kyrgyz Vocabulary for English Speakers is a comprehensive 5000-word guide to help you understand and use everyday Kyrgyz words. With this resource, you'll gain confidence in your conversation...

The Message of Malachi by Peter Adam The book of Malachi is a pivotal work in the Christian Bible, bridging the Old and New Testaments. It presents a striking paradox: God's people question every...

This comprehensive guide to vocal warm-ups and exercises is specifically designed for actors, speakers, and voice artists. Filled with easy-to-follow exercises, alliterations, and illustrations, it...

A diverse and passionate collection of gay and lesbian love poetry spans centuries and styles. From Walt Whitman to Elizabeth Bishop, Federico García Lorca to James Merrill, this anthology brings...

The Unspeakable Loss: A Guide to Hope and Healing After a Child DiesNisha Zenoff's personal experience of losing her son at seventeen, combined with decades of work as a grief counselor and...

Non-contentious Probate Practice in the English-Speaking Caribbean is an authoritative guide to probate practice and procedure in the region. This second edition brings the law up to date with recent...

Isidore Isou was a pivotal figure in the history of modern art. His life is presented in Andrew Hussey's Speaking East, a vibrant account of postwar Paris and the avant-garde movement Lettrism.In...

Discover the transformative power of words and conversations in "The Power of Words", a profound and inspiring book by renowned neuroscientist Mariano Sigman. By exploring how our language affects...

This comprehensive practice test book for Cambridge English C1 Advanced Speaking provides 10 complete tests to help you prepare for your exam. Each test is written to closely replicate the official...

The Message of Deuteronomy by Raymond Brown is a clear and cogent exposition that guides us to hear the timeless relevance of this biblical text. In this commentary, Brown illuminates how God's law...

Priscilla Hayner's comprehensive work on truth commissions offers a refined and measured account of state efforts to address the past. This updated edition features rich new case evidence collected...

Verbal Abuse: Survivors Speak Out offers practical solutions to abusive relationships. This book provides guidance for victims of verbal abuse, including information on shelters and support groups,...

Practice Tests for Cambridge B2 First Speaking Exam This book contains 10 complete practice tests for the Cambridge English B2 First Speaking exam, designed to closely replicate the actual exam...

A Christmas Bouquet: An Anthology by Sherryl Woods is a heartwarming collection of stories that celebrate the magic of family and the holiday season. For many, Christmas is a time for love, laughter,...

Lorraine O'Grady's oeuvre is the subject of this first comprehensive monograph. Stephanie Sparling Williams explores how the artist used language to challenge her audience, particularly in the late...

Speaking in God's Name: Islamic Law, Authority and Women by Khaled Abou El Fadl challenges the ethics at the heart of the Islamic legal system. This book argues that certain interpretations have been...

Laurent Danon-Boileau's unique approach to child psychoanalysis is revealed in this fascinating book. Six children who struggle with speaking and reading are at the centre of his work, each...

Learn to speak Indonesian with confidence using this comprehensive phrasebook and dictionary. Updated with 20% more content, it provides over 1,500 essential phrases for everyday use.The guide...

Dazzling and multidisciplinary, this book offers a unique perspective on Mexico City during its formative decades. Mauricio Tenorio-Trillo's work weaves together literature, architecture, music,...

Discover the secret language of your body. In "Soul Speak - The Language of Your Body", Julia Cannon reveals the hidden messages from your different body systems, and how understanding these messages...

Step back into the Roaring Twenties with Speakeasy Cocktails, a curated collection of 50 Prohibition-era cocktail recipes. From the iconic Dirty Martini to the decadent Manhattan, this book brings...

Explore the intersection of nature and scripture in this thought-provoking guide. Daniel Cooperrider invites readers to venture outdoors and discover the beauty of God's creation, which he argues is...

Twenty Questions Jesus Asked explores the significance of Jesus' conversations in the New Testament, revealing profound lessons for modern Christians.John Pritchard examines twenty of Jesus' most...

Learn Chinese with confidence using this comprehensive handbook for beginners. Whether you're planning a trip to China or simply want to improve your language skills, this guide covers everything you...

Whale communication holds the key to understanding these majestic creatures. In this groundbreaking exploration, Tom Mustill delves into the world of animal communication, where scientists and...

The Message of Judges by Michael Wilcock offers a clear and discerning exploration of the biblical text. This commentary provides an insightful exposition of the book of Judges, revealing God's...

Explore the fascinating world of language with this exquisite illustrated compendium. Ella Frances Sanders presents a unique collection of curious expressions from around the globe.From the author of...

Becoming a confident and effective presenter can have a significant impact on your career and personal goals. With his expertise as one of the world's premier speakers, Brian Tracy shares practical...

Lizzette Martinez's story is one of courage and resilience in the face of unimaginable abuse. In 1995, at just 17 years old, she met R. Kelly, who offered to help boost her music career. However,...

Miss Major Speaks: Conversations with a Black Trans RevolutionaryA remarkable life story told with intimacy, warmth and an undeniable levity, Miss Major Griffin-Gracy shares her experiences as a...

Time-honored cocktails have been reborn in modern bars, thanks to a cocktail renaissance that showcases the artistry and craft of bartending. Jason Kosmas and Dushan Zaric, master mixologists behind...

Always a Guest: Speaking of Faith Far from HomeA collection of stories and sermons by Barbara Brown Taylor, exploring how to speak of faith in unfamiliar contexts. As a priest and teacher, Taylor...

Improve your English speaking skills with Collins Speaking A2 pre-intermediate. This textbook uses real language and realistic examples to help you choose the right words, pronunciation, and tone...

Being a Preacher offers practical advice and reflection on how to be heard in preaching. Lucy Berry shares her insights into the challenges and opportunities of speaking as a preacher, drawing on her...

The Message of the Second Coming by Steve Motyer explores the biblical worldview and the significance of Jesus Christ's return. This insightful study examines key passages from both the Old and New...

A History of the English-Speaking Peoples Volume II: The New World by Sir Winston S. Churchill and Winston Churchill is a comprehensive history spanning centuries of British influence abroad and...

Speaking and being heard are essential for credibility and career success. However, many women face challenges in being fully heard, particularly in meetings and presentations.This handbook is...

Preston Lee's Beginner English Lesson 1 - 60 For Latvian SpeakersThis comprehensive guide provides everything you need to learn English, with 60 lessons covering everyday topics and practical...

The MC5 Sonically Speaking: A Tale of Revolution and Rock 'n' Roll Brett Callwood's biography of the influential band delves into their pivotal role in shaping the music scene. With roots in radical...

Paul Farmer's speeches offer a powerful vision for creating a more just and equitable world. In this collection, he challenges readers to confront the failures that keep billions without access to...

The secret to how astrology really works is revealed in this comprehensive text. World-renowned American astrologer James Lynn Page synthesises the opinions and perspectives of various ancient and...

This lively and authoritative overview explores how Shakespeare's plays have been adapted for cinema. Organised by topics rather than chronology, it offers in-depth commentary on significant films,...

Heavenly Insights from Michael Jackson's Spirit In a remarkable series of events, Matthew Robert Payne was visited by the spirit of Michael Jackson. Through multiple encounters, Payne gained a deeper...

Spark a Revolution in Early Education: Speaking Up for Ourselves and the Children Early childhood educators are at a critical juncture in their profession. Research has consistently shown that...

The Native Speaker Myth and Reality by Alan Davies explores the concept of the native speaker, examining it from different perspectives. This book argues that the native speaker is both a myth and...

Direct and Indirect Speech English Speaking by Manik Joshi is a comprehensive guide to understanding and using direct and indirect speech in English. This book covers essential topics such as...

The Truth I Speak: Scottish Theology 1500 - 1700 by Donald MacLeod This historical study assesses the impact of prominent theologians from the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, exploring how their...

The Women of the Bible Speak by Shannon Bream is a thought-provoking exploration of the lives of 16 women from the Bible, who played pivotal roles in shaping the course of history. Through their...

This Is Your Captain Speaking: Stories from the Flight DeckJoin Captain Doug Morris on a journey behind the scenes of airline travel, where the flight deck door is always closed, but the stories are...

Val McDermid's masterful new thriller, How the Dead Speak, is a gripping tale of obsession and murder. When human remains are discovered in the grounds of an old convent, the investigation that...

The Message of the Kingdom of God by T. Desmond Alexander explores the theme of God's kingdom from selected Old and New Testament texts, revealing its relevance for today. God made us to rule with...

A History of the English-Speaking Peoples Volume I: The Birth of Britain by Sir Winston S. Churchill and Winston Churchill is a comprehensive history spanning centuries, from Caesar's invasion to the...

Seven women are gathered in a hotel room at midnight, each with their own secrets and motives. A man's head sits in the center of the floor - Jamie Spellman's body, found just hours before. As they...

Discover the Titanic through the stories of those who were there. Voices of the Titanic is a unique and captivating account of the disaster, told by real people who were aboard the ship. You'll meet...

Understanding Christian Language: A Fresh Perspective The words at the heart of Christianity - such as 'faith', 'forgiveness', and 'salvation' - are often used in everyday conversation, but their...

Your Tarot Guide: Learn to navigate life with the help of the cardsExpert tarot reader Melinda Lee Holm shares her approach to understanding tarot as a language and tool for navigating life. This...

This beginner's Russian course features simple and humorous texts for easy reading. The book combines Elementary and Pre-intermediate courses with parallel Russian-English texts to help learners...

Constructive conversations can be challenging, but with the right approach, they can lead to positive outcomes. This book, Positively Speaking: The Art of Constructive Conversations with a Solutions...

The Language of Heaven: Crucial Questions about Speaking in Tongues by Sam Storms This book explores one of the most debated topics in Christianity: speaking in tongues. A pastor and theologian,...

Achieve a high band score in IELTS Speaking with confidence. This comprehensive guide provides expert strategies and techniques to enhance your pronunciation, fluency, coherence, vocabulary, grammar,...

Nero Wolfe Mysteries: Two Complete Cases Rex Stout's iconic detective series presents two delectable murders that no connoisseur of the whodunit could possibly resist. In "Black Orchids", a rare...

A gripping historical thriller with a feminist twist, Five Days of Fog is set against the backdrop of London's early 20th-century underworld. When a leadership feud erupts amongst a gang of female...

Korean Grammar: The Complete Guide to Speaking Korean Naturally is an in-depth resource for learners of all levels. It covers the fundamental sentence structures, verbal forms and idiomatic...

The Heart Speaks: A Cardiologist Reveals the Secret Language of Healing by Mimi Guarneri. Dr. Mimi Guarneri's memoir takes readers on a journey into the heart of her own life and career, as she...

Learn and understand around 9000 Arabic words with this comprehensive vocabulary guide. By mastering these words, you'll be able to express yourself accurately in conversation and improve your...

Working with Dreams: Initiation into the Soul's Speaking about Itself explores the practice of working with dreams in a truly psychological approach. Wolfgang Giegerich examines the dream as...

Canadian cuisine is a complex and evolving concept. In "Speaking in Cod Tongues: A Canadian Culinary Journey", Lenore Newman explores this idea through a rich and detailed account of Canada's...

The sexual abuse of children is one of the most morally unsettling issues in American society today. Estimated to affect roughly one out of every four girls and one in ten boys, unwanted sexual...

A Basic Grammar of Modern Greek for English Speaking Students by Maria Tsiotsiou-Moore provides an accessible introduction to the Greek language for those with little prior knowledge. Written from...

Autism Becoming a Professional Parent (2) Learning to Speak Autistic by Olga Bogdashina offers a unique perspective on communication development in autism. As a mother of an autistic son and renowned...

The Cambridge Guide to Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages is a comprehensive guide to teaching English as a foreign language. Edited by two leading experts in the field, this book brings...

John Simpson's memoir takes readers on a journey through the world of foreign correspondence, from the Crimean War to Vietnam and beyond. This is a story of those who risked life and limb to bring...

Speaking of Dying: A Practical Guide to Using Counselling Skills in Palliative Care by Louis Heyse-Moore is a valuable resource for those working in palliative care. This book provides compassionate...

Speak, Memory: An Autobiography Revisited is a deeply personal and introspective account of Nabokov's early life, spanning his first forty years. From his departure from Europe at the start of World...

Standing confidently in front of an audience has become Esther Stanhope's comfort zone. She knows what it's like to be shaky and red-faced when speaking in public, but now she speaks to audiences...

Vishnu Speaks: Messages of Enlightenment from the Ancient Deity by Cindy Riggs. In 2010, Trance Channel Cindy Riggs encountered Hindu supreme god Vishnu, forever changing her life. Through Cindy,...

Preston Lee's Beginner English Lesson 41 - 60 For Spanish Speakers is an excellent resource for learning everyday English. This comprehensive book contains lessons 41-60 from the popular Beginner...

Vimalakirti and the Awakened Heart: A Commentary on The Sutra that Vimalakirti Speaks by Joan Sutherland Roshi is a thought-provoking exploration of cultivating a peaceful and generous heart in a...

The Official TED Guide to Public Speaking by Chris Anderson is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to craft compelling talks and presentations.With insights from top TED speakers, including Sir...

Deep River: Reflections on the Religious Insight of Certain of the Negro Spirituals. Illustrated by Elizabeth Orton Jones. Dr. Howard Thurman explores how protest and resistance are expressed in...

Develop the confidence and skill to deliver compelling presentations that drive corporate change and innovation. This book focuses on presence, working at three levels: what you say, how you use your...

Documentary film is a unique blend of fact and fiction. How do filmmakers balance accuracy with creative expression? In "Speaking Truths with Film Evidence", Bill Nichols explores the complex...